Physical Therapist Assistant Float (PTA)

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Location: Essex/Union County FLOAT 

Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours weeklyCompensation: $33-$45 annually depending on years of experience 

Incentive: Student Debt Benefit Program and annual bonus plan

** Up to an $5,000 sign on bonus **

At Kessler, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist. 

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
• Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy more)
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Responsibilities

The Regional Support Position is a clinical float position which affords the selected staff member to report directly to the local Regional Director, will be part of the regional center manager team and will have a defined number of centers.  The RSPT position will include a separate salary scale specific to the position and additional job duties and responsibilities.

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
• Implements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures.
• Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.
• Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.

Additional:

·       Will have defined number of centers to support within a geographic region for continuity of care

·       Will have a defined schedule

·       Reimbursed for mileage over and above home center

·       Eligible for career ladder advancements

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey State Physical Therapy Assistant License 
• Prior experience in outpatient orthopedics preferred

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans