Physical Therapist

• Orthopedic Physical Therapist
• Location: New Brunswick, NJ
• Setting: Orthopedic Outpatient Rehabilitation
• Position: Full-Time
• Salary: $110,000–$120,000 annually + Benefits
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Patient Volume: 2 patients per hour

Job Summary

An orthopedic outpatient practice in New Brunswick is looking for a Physical Therapist to treat patients recovering from injuries, surgery, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

The practice is owned by an orthopedic surgeon and offers a multidisciplinary setting for patients requiring physical therapy as part of their orthopedic care.

Responsibilities include conducting initial evaluations, providing follow-up treatment, monitoring recovery, and updating rehabilitation programs based on patient progress. The clinic schedules two patients per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess range of motion, strength, balance, and physical limitations.
• Create rehabilitation programs for orthopedic and postoperative conditions.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, mobility training, and appropriate manual interventions.
• Guide patients through different stages of orthopedic recovery.
• Monitor improvements in movement and physical function.
• Modify treatment plans according to clinical findings and progress.
• Provide instructions for home exercise programs and safe activity progression.
• Prepare reassessment reports and discharge recommendations.
• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Active New Jersey PT license or eligibility to obtain one before employment.
• Understanding of musculoskeletal rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise.
• Ability to establish appropriate treatment goals and adjust rehabilitation programs.
• Strong patient education and clinical documentation skills.

Preferred

• Outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
• Familiarity with postoperative precautions and treatment protocols.
• Experience with manual therapy techniques.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Continuing education allowance

Professional Liability Insurance

If orthopedic rehabilitation matches your clinical experience and interests, send your resume today!