PT Physical Therapist

Location: West Orange, New Jersey

Job Type: Travel

Weekly Pay: $2526.00

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 8 Hour Day

Start Date: 2026-03-23

Shifts Per Week: 5

Scheduled Hours: 40

Job Id: 35745090

Job Description

Physical Therapist - 13-Week Contract Position

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift: 5 days, 8 hours each day.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist will evaluate all assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans according to patient needs and physician direction. This role is responsible for delegating and directing all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring the design of functional treatment programs aimed at promoting effective return to community activities. The therapist will also serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers, while upholding compliance with all organizational standards.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients to develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to patient discharge.
  • Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions effectively.
  • Document patient care in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner.
  • Participate in student programs and provide learning opportunities under supervision.
  • Engage in professional development to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Participate in advocacy efforts within the community and among professional organizations.
  • Adhere to the State Practice Act and maintain professional licensure.
  • Contribute to performance improvement methodologies and follow action plans.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

  • BLS Certification required prior to the first shift.
  • Must hold a valid, current state license.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience is highly desired.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
  • Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
  • Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
  • 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
  • Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
  • Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

  • SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
  • SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
  • Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
  • Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
  • We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

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