Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Union County)
U.S. Physical Therapy$70–$75/hrLinden, New JerseyPart timePosted 1w agoStill open, checked every night- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $70–$75 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in New Jersey post a median of $57.68 an hour, the middle half $55.51–$75.23, across 161 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in New Jersey earn a median of $53.91 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Metro is looking for a motivated and passionate per diem Physical Therapist to provide in-home care. If you are a Physical Therapist ready to take the next step forward in your career, we want to hear from you. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!
All levels of experience are encouraged to apply and will train the right new graduate.
What We Offer!
- 1099 and W-2 options to fit your preferred work style
- Competitive salary
- Longstanding Success
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- A professional, supportive and fun work environment fostered by a team of well-respected clinicians who take pride in the challenges of meaningful work
- Focus on Patient Care - Quick EMR (No Oasis required)
- Great work/life balance
- Flexibility and Autonomy - see patients any 7 days of the week
- Preference given to see patients in your primary geographic area
Responsibilities
- Accept and treat patients within your designated geographic area
- Evaluate patients’ needs for physical therapy in the home setting and develop individualized treatment plans
- Develop a plan of care and treatment goals in consultation with the physician, patient, and family
- Plan, prepare and implement customized therapy programs to restore function and promote independence
- Instruct family members, PTAs, Home Health Aides, and caregivers on appropriate therapy techniques
- Provide timely and accurate documentation for each visit
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members, especially around discharge planning
- Deliver care in compliance with agency policies and professional practice standards
- Physical Therapist Program Graduate
- Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of New Jersey or eligible.
- Home health experience is preferred but not required - We will provide you with a mentor to help with documentation and compliance.
- Ability to travel to patients’ homes within the assigned geographic territory
From U.S. Physical Therapy's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About U.S. Physical Therapy
Publicly traded operator of outpatient physical and occupational therapy clinics, with 796 (source: U.S. Physical Therapy, Home (company figures)) clinics in 45 (source: U.S. Physical Therapy, Home (company figures)) states. Source: U.S. Physical Therapy, Home (company figures)
Based in Houston, TXHires in 15 statesPay on its listings: 26.3% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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