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Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem/PRN

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)·Chester, New Jersey

$59/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients to develop and implement customized treatment plans for individuals with neurological, orthopedic, and traumatic injuries. They are responsible for coordinating care with other clinical services and supervising therapy support personnel to maximize patient outcomes.

Overview Kessler Institute for RehabilitationPosition

  • Physical
  • Therapy -
  • Inpatient
  • RehabLocation: 201
  • Pleasant
  • Hill
  • Road,
  • Chester
  • NJ 07930
  • Schedule:
  • Per
  • Diem/PRN
  • Compensation: $59/hr + Shift Differential Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
  • Why
  • Join Us:
  • Start
  • Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Invest in
  • Your
  • Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan (Part-Time or Per Diem, are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year)
  • Opportunity for
  • Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication, which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
  • Your
  • Impact
  • Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist (PT) you will evaluate all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities. Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery. Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs. Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression. Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities. Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination. Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge. Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care. Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training. Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements: Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Certified BLS Per Diem Requirement: Two (8 HR) shifts per month. At least one of those a weekend and one high need day (week day, weekend, or holiday). Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist and be BLS certified. Per diem requirements include working two 8-hour shifts per month, including at least one weekend and one high-need day.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Discharge Planning
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Clinical Coordination
  • Supervision of PTAs
  • Functional Treatment Design

Benefits

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Orientation Program

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$59/hr
Location
Chester, New Jersey
Posted
May 22, 2026
Closes
May 22, 2027
Application
Employer website
KI

Hiring organization

Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation - Welkind (Chester)

For over 75 years, Kessler Institute has been a national leader in rehabilitation medicine. Today, as one of the nation's largest rehabilitation hospitals, we continue to lead this field — providing the highly specialized care, advanced treatment and innovative technologies that...

Salary listed on 6 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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