Contract Physical Therapist (PT) — 14-Week Travel Assignment, Watchung NJ

Ref #: C-PT-9040284

Join a dynamic rehabilitation team in Watchung, NJ for a 14-week contract (ASAP start). This full-time role follows a standard 08:00 AM–04:30 PM schedule. Compensation: Travel: $2,244/35 hrs; Local: $2,212/35 hrs.

Requirements:

• Active, valid Physical Therapy state license
• CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (including AED)

Overview of responsibilities:

• Perform thorough physical evaluations, review medical histories, and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to determine patient needs and goals.
• Create individualized treatment plans and measurable rehabilitation objectives.
• Design and implement therapeutic exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and coordination.
• Deliver manual therapy techniques (joint mobilization, soft tissue work, stretching) to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Utilize modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat, and cold to support pain relief and tissue healing.
• Instruct and fit patients on appropriate assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs) to maximize safety and mobility.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment rationale, injury prevention, ergonomics, and home exercise programs.
• Develop and apply pain-management strategies combining therapeutic exercise, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Facilitate functional recovery to help patients regain independence after surgery, injury, or illness.
• Monitor, document, and adjust treatment based on patient progress; maintain accurate, timely clinical records.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other care team members to coordinate care.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and confidentiality standards and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in patient interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.