Clinical Assistant

Empower Your Career at New Jersey's Largest Privately Owned Physical Therapy Practice

At NJDPT, we believe exceptional careers are built through purpose, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. As a Clinical Assistant, you'll work alongside Doctors of Physical Therapy who are leaders in patient care, clinical decision-making, and movement science. Every day presents an opportunity to develop valuable healthcare experience, build meaningful relationships, and play an integral role in helping patients regain their independence and return to the activities they love. We don't simply hire employees—we invest in developing future healthcare professionals through mentorship, leadership development, and a culture that challenges every team member to reach their full potential.

• Build a meaningful, long-term career in healthcare.
• Work side-by-side with Doctors of Physical Therapy in a collaborative clinical environment.
• Gain hands-on experience in orthopedic, neurological, sports medicine, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
• Develop clinical knowledge, communication skills, and leadership abilities through structured mentorship.
• Build lasting relationships with patients while making a meaningful impact on their recovery.
• Join a privately owned organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and investing in its people.

• Starting Pay: $19.00–$19.50 per hour
• Overtime opportunities available at $27.00–$27.50 per hour
• Performance, reliability, and longevity are recognized through compensation growth.
• Location & Schedule: Full-time opportunities are available across our Paramus, Wayne, and Riverdale locations, based on organizational need, with flexible schedule options including three-, four-, or five-day workweeks, with consistent days off.

For more than 25 years, NJDPT has remained independently owned while becoming one of New Jersey's leading physical therapy practices. Our success is built on developing exceptional people, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and delivering an unparalleled patient experience. We believe investing in our team is the foundation of exceptional patient outcomes.

• Work side-by-side with Doctors of Physical Therapy in a collaborative, clinician-led environment.
• Structured mentorship and leadership development designed to support long-term career growth.
• Hands-on experience in orthopedic, neurological, sports medicine, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, and Paid Time Off.
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and internal advancement.
• Join an independently owned practice that has been investing in patients and team members for more than 25 years.

• Enjoys building genuine relationships with patients and teammates.
• Communicates professionally with confidence and compassion.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrates initiative, reliability, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Values continuous learning, personal growth, and professional excellence.
• Is seeking a long-term career with a stable, privately owned healthcare organization.

• Assist Doctors of Physical Therapy during patient treatment sessions.
• Prepare treatment areas while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment.
• Support clinic flow and contribute to an exceptional patient experience from arrival through discharge.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.
• Learn about orthopedic injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, neurological conditions, therapeutic exercise, and movement science.
• Play an essential role in helping patients restore function, improve movement, and return to the activities they love.