Physical Therapist

Outpatient Physical Therapist — Emerson, NJ
New-Grad Friendly | Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Base Salary: $90,000–$100,000
Total Compensation: $95,000–$120,000
(commensurate with certifications, experience, bonuses, and performance incentives)

New for 2026: Eligible PTs may also choose up to $50,000 in student loan repayment assistance (RISE) or a $30,000 retention bonus paid over four years. 

Join a Team You’ll Want to Stay With

At Professional Physical Therapy, we don’t just hire great clinicians — we grow them. Mentorship, learning, and long-term career development are baked into how we operate. From structured onboarding and paid national certifications to residency programs and clinic ownership pathways, we invest in your journey, not just your job.

If you’re looking for  a paycheck , you’ve got options. If you’re looking for  a career , you’re in the right place.

Since 1999, we’ve expanded to 250+ clinics across the Northeast through community, collaboration, and clinical excellence. Here, your growth matters. Your leadership matters. Your future matters. Let’s build something bigger — together.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Start Strong: Structured onboarding and consistent mentorship. 

• Keep Growing: Industry-leading CEU program, including paid national certifications, plus our Clinical Journeys: Pathways to Mastery program with built-in wage increases as you advance. 

• Get Rewarded, Your Way: Choose up to $50,000 in student loan repayment assistance through RISE, or a $30,000 retention bonus paid over four years — whichever fits your situation. (New for 2026) 

• Real Balance: Generous PTO because life outside the clinic matters. 

• Stay Covered: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision — and pet insurance. 

• Plan Ahead: Company-match 401(k) to support long-term goals. 

• Chart Your Path: Specialty tracks in sports, hip, pelvic health, hand therapy, and more, plus a 13-month OCS Residency (in partnership with NYIT) and Clinical Director career pathways. 

• Move Freely: 200+ locations across 5 states = real opportunities for internal mobility and relocation. 

• Own Your Future: Our Joint Venture (JV) Program lets qualified clinicians co-own new clinics with up to 30% equity. 

What You’ll Do

• Conduct patient evaluations and build individualized treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on therapy and meaningful patient education.
• Communicate consistently with patients, physicians, and care teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes.
• Collaborate with clinicians and support staff to deliver exceptional care.

What You Bring

• Active (or in-progress) state PT license.
• Strong clinical judgment and clear communication skills.
• A team-first mindset and commitment to patient-centered care.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans