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Physical Therapist Assistant Float (PTA)

Select Medical • Linden, NJ • 4h ago

Overview

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Position: Float Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Location: Essex/Union County FLOAT

Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours weekly

Compensation: $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

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Job ID 348684

Experience (Years) 3

Category Physical Therapist Assistant

Street Address 350 West St. George Ave

Min USD $35.00/Hr.

Max USD $45.00/Hr.