Kessler Rehabilitation Center·South Plainfield, New Jersey
Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients. Provide patient and caregiver education while collaborating with the rehab team to improve departmental performance.
Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist (PT): Performs comprehensive evaluations, develops and appropriately progresses individualized treatment plans. Provides thorough education to patients and caregivers in a manner they can understand, and plans appropriately for discharge when medical necessity no longer indicates skilled therapeutic care. Participates in departmental initiatives and demonstrates effective communication with all rehab team members. Facilitates professional growth, development and overall improvement of departmental performance. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services, and design of program delivery.
Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy. Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start. Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred; entry level/New Grad acceptable Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Must be a graduate of an APTA accredited physical therapy school and hold a valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy License. Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics is preferred, but entry-level candidates are welcome.
Market context
Physical Therapist roles in New Jersey are commonly tied to rehab, outpatient, and older-adult care settings, where demand often reflects the need for licensed clinicians who can work within healthcare regulations. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s or doctorate in Physical Therapy, an active New Jersey license, and experience with older adult rehabilitation. If you are considering applying, confirm your license status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting.
Physical Therapist
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