Job description
We are looking for a Physical Therapist, preferably DPT, to join a dynamic, patient centered practice, owned and led by physical therapists. If you are tired of numbers driven culture and wish to focus on job self fulfillment, and a sense of knowing and influencing the best in your patients, look no further. If you are a new DPT and are looking for a truly differentiated career development path, this is a compelling opportunity.
At OPT, you will have an opportunity to learn varied Physical Therapy skills and methods, work in close knit teams, treat patients one on one, and work with a dynamic team of young and experienced team members proving holistic care. OPT Physical Therapy has been serving Jefferson since 1987. Check out our website and facebook testimonials. You will hear distinct and sincere feedback - not just for the owner, director or senior staff, but for all our staff. Thats because we are a happy group of patients and staff.
Responsibilities
- Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions and leverage the best minds and tools available with us
- Work as part of a team that is well organized and play from the same music sheet
- Drive change in patient beliefs that only surgeons and doctors can bring about improvement in pain, motion and function, by showing passion and commitment to their progress
- Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques, including manual, McKenzie, laser, etc.
- Create continuous healing programs tailored to patients’ specific needs (after Physical Therapy is completed)
- Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally using Physical Therapy routines you have taught them and made them self sufficient on
- Drive community awareness through education programs
- If so motivated, play a direct role in practice growth
Skills
- Proven 1-3 years work experience as a physical therapist (new DPTs welcome to apply)
- Intensive education and clinical expertise
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Drive to continually learn and grow
- Professional behavior and great bedside manners
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid licence to practice physical therapy in NJ
- Graduate degree or greater in physical therapy
Compensation is commensurate with candidates experience and background. Bonus and incentives set this role apart.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $43.12 per hour
Work Location: In person
