Job Title: Physical Therapy Medical AssistantJob Description
The Physical Therapy Medical Assistant supports licensed physical therapists in delivering a smooth, efficient, and positive patient experience. This role focuses on preparing treatment areas, assisting with non-clinical exercise support under therapist direction, and maintaining an organized, welcoming clinic environment. It is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in physical therapy or a broader healthcare career path.
Responsibilities
Prepare treatment areas and equipment before patient sessions to ensure all necessary items are ready and available.
Clean and sanitize rooms and treatment areas between patients to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
Escort patients to and from treatment areas, ensuring they feel welcomed, informed, and comfortable throughout their visit.
Observe and support basic exercises under the direction of physical therapists, focusing on non-clinical assistance and patient encouragement.
Maintain overall clinic organization, including keeping spaces tidy, stocked, and ready for continuous patient flow.
Support patient experience by providing friendly, attentive customer service and helping patients understand the flow of their visit.
Assist in managing patient throughput by coordinating transitions between check-in, treatment, and check-out to minimize wait times.
Collaborate closely with physical therapists and other team members to ensure smooth daily operations and consistent communication.
Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time for scheduled shifts and being prepared to work in a fast-paced environment.
Adapt to rotating shifts and support coverage needs, including solo work during certain late afternoon hours.
Essential Skills
Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and kindly with patients in a clinical setting.
Demonstrated interest in physical therapy, health, or wellness, such as experience in a gym or health-focused environment.
Familiarity with basic exercise routines and physical therapy-related movements, with comfort guiding patients under therapist direction.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-facing environment while maintaining composure and a positive attitude.
High energy, dependable, and personable demeanor suited to frequent patient interaction and active daily tasks.
Strong teamwork mentality with the ability to collaborate effectively with physical therapists and other clinic staff.
Comfort providing non-clinical support for patient care in a healthcare or medical assisting @context.
Basic understanding of health care and patient care principles relevant to a physical therapy clinic setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Interest in pursuing physical therapy school or another healthcare career path, such as transitioning from undergraduate studies into PT programs.
Background working in a gym, fitness, or health and wellness environment, demonstrating familiarity with exercise and patient or client support.
Experience in medical assisting, patient care, or healthcare support roles is beneficial.
Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with patients and colleagues in both busy and quieter periods.
Willingness to learn clinic processes, physical therapy terminology, and exercise protocols under the guidance of licensed providers.
Work Environment
This role is based in a physical therapy clinic that operates with a close-knit team of approximately six providers, with two providers typically working full-time on site. The clinic hours are generally 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, with no weekend shifts required. The primary workspace is one large open room where patients check in and receive care, creating a collaborative and energetic environment. Shifts rotate to cover early and late hours, such as 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 a.m. to 5:30/7:00 p.m., with some late afternoon periods where the assistant may work more independently. Typical patterns include Monday and Wednesday early shifts and Tuesday through Thursday late shifts, with Friday alternating between morning and late shifts. After a few months in the rotation, the schedule generally becomes more consistent. The environment is active and patient-focused, and attire is expected to be professional and appropriate for a healthcare and health-and-wellness setting, allowing comfortable movement to assist with exercises and clinic tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bridgewater, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bridgewater, NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bridgewater,NJ.
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