Per Diem Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$60-$75/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Job Title: Physical Therapist
Job Type: Per Diem
Location: Bridgewater, NJ
Company: SportsCare Physical Therapy
Family-Owned. Patient-Focused. All About the Care.
At SportsCare Physical Therapy, we've built our reputation on one simple belief: when you take care of your people, they'll take exceptional care of your patients.
As a family-owned organization, we believe relationships matter. We know our employees by name, celebrate their successes, support them through challenges, and invest in their future. We aren't driven by corporate quotas—we're driven by people.
Our commitment to "All About the Care" extends beyond our patients. It's reflected in how we mentor new graduates, develop future leaders, encourage collaboration, and create an environment where every team member feels valued.
If you're looking for a place where you can make a difference, grow your career, and feel like part of something bigger, we'd love to meet you.
Why You'll Love SportsCare
Care That Starts with Our Team
When our team feels supported, our patients receive the very best care. That's why we invest in our people through:
- Clinical mentorship and professional development
- Opportunities for leadership and career growth
- Continuing education support by offering CEU courses and reimbursement yearly
- AI-powered documentation with Prompt to reduce administrative burden
- Prompt Sidekick AI to assist with clinical documentation, helping reduce documentation time while maintaining quality and compliance
- A collaborative environment where therapists learn from one another
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Work-life balance that allows you to enjoy life outside the clinic
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Potential bonus opportunities
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Employee referral bonus program
- Professional development opportunities
- Potential Sign on bonus
As a Physical Therapist, you'll provide individualized, evidence-based care that helps patients restore movement, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love. You'll work alongside a team that values clinical excellence, compassion, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients and establish individualized plans of care.
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centered treatment.
- Educate patients and families throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes.
- Accurately document patient care using our EMR and AI-assisted documentation tools.
- Foster meaningful relationships with patients, teammates, and referral partners.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive clinic culture.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
- Current or eligible Physical Therapist license.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for helping others and delivering exceptional care.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Join a Team That's All About the Care
At SportsCare, you're not joining a corporation—you're joining a family-owned organization that believes people come first.
You'll find leaders who are approachable, teammates who genuinely support one another, and a culture where your career is encouraged to grow.
Family-Owned. Therapist-Driven. All About the Care.
final compensation dependent on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Note: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 49 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 29% have no call, 41% require no weekends.
In New Jersey, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (607 salary observations; 1,542 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,056 salary observations; 57,503 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey vs national | $99k median in New Jersey | $94k nationally (+6%)607 state / 15,056 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$129k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in New Jersey | 687 active | 21,979 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 29% no call · 41% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| SportsCare Physical Therapy | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index10 active listings |
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