PT Physical Therapist

Location: West Orange, New Jersey

Job Type: Travel

Weekly Pay: $2486.00

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 8 Hour Day

Start Date: 2026-07-13

Shifts Per Week: 5

Scheduled Hours: 40

Job Id: 36942794

Job Description

Physical Therapist 13-Week Assignment

Job Description

The Physical Therapist evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans in accordance with the patient’s needs and physician direction. The role involves the delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those patients. This professional is responsible for designing functional treatment programs that support an effective return to community activities while serving as an educator to patients, families, students, coworkers, and themselves. Additional duties include fostering patient and employee safety and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients to develop appropriate treatment plans and goals.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to address barriers to discharge, including equipment trials and training for patients and families.
  • Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions based on patient care needs.
  • Complete accurate and timely medical record documentation, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines.
  • Participate in student programs by providing supervision and feedback for learning objectives and evaluations.
  • Engage in professional development activities, pursue continuing education, and maintain licensure.
  • Participate in advocacy efforts and community events relevant to patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

  • BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
  • Valid and current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience highly desired.

Schedule

This role operates on a Day shift schedule, 5 days a week.

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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