Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Job Details

This 13-week outpatient Physical Therapist opportunity is based in Nutley, New Jersey, a welcoming suburban community in northern New Jersey known for its tree-lined neighborhoods, well-kept parks, and strong sense of community. Nutley offers a comfortable small-town feel with convenient access to major urban centers. It is located close to Newark and within easy commuting distance of New York City, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy a quieter home base while still being near world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.Nutley features local restaurants, coffee shops, and small businesses, as well as nearby shopping and recreation. Residents and visitors enjoy attractive green spaces, including township parks and walking paths that support an active lifestyle outside of work. The town is part of a region with a strong healthcare network, giving clinicians exposure to a high standard of care and a diverse patient mix. Its location in northern New Jersey also offers convenient access to major roadways and public transportation, making commuting straightforward.The position is in a modern, outpatient physical therapy clinic designed to support high-quality, patient-centered care. The facility serves a diverse patient population, providing exposure to a wide range of diagnoses and functional needs. You will work closely with an on-site Occupational Therapy team, fostering a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment where coordinated care and shared treatment planning are highly valued. The clinic's updated equipment and contemporary layout support efficient workflows, patient comfort, and evidence-based practice.As an Outpatient Physical Therapist in this setting, you will be responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing individualized treatment plans for patients with musculoskeletal, orthopedic, neurologic, and post-surgical conditions, among other diagnoses common in outpatient care. A typical day includes performing initial evaluations, setting functional and measurable goals, delivering one-on-one and, where applicable, small-group interventions, and documenting all care thoroughly in the EMR. You will focus on restoring function, reducing pain, improving mobility, and promoting long-term health and wellness through manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, functional training, and patient education.Patient ratios are designed to support safe, effective care and allow you to maintain strong patient relationships. Caseload volume and scheduling will be managed to prioritize quality outcomes and efficient use of your clinical skills. You will collaborate frequently with Occupational Therapists and other team members to coordinate treatment plans, share progress updates, and adjust care as needed. This interdisciplinary model helps ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex needs and provides excellent professional learning opportunities.The schedule is a full-time, 40-hour workweek based on a 5x8 day shift, offering a predictable routine that supports work-life balance. There is no on-call requirement, allowing you to focus on direct patient care during regular business hours. The 13-week assignment offers a defined timeframe while still giving you enough duration to see meaningful patient progress and integrate into the team. Since this is a temp direct style order, it can be ideal for clinicians interested in exploring a new setting or location with the potential to develop longer-term connections based on mutual fit.This role is well-suited for a Physical Therapist who enjoys outpatient practice, values collaboration with Occupational Therapy, and wants to work in a modern clinic that serves a broad, diverse patient population. It provides the opportunity to gain or deepen experience in outpatient rehab, build your resume with a strong New Jersey outpatient assignment, and enjoy the benefits of living and working in an attractive northern New Jersey community with close proximity to major metropolitan amenities.

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Required Qualifications

Physical Therapist, Outpatient PT(Compact Accepted) Certifications: BLS References: 1 Reference in entire work history

About Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.