HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness
solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a
strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections
with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each
individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations
we serve – so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you
will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive
pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and
flexible employment opportunities.
About the role
Join a unique physical therapy practice environment where you can focus on what
matters most: helping people move better, feel better, and stay active. Located
within a corporate fitness and wellness center, this role blends outpatient
orthopedic care, injury prevention, wellness, and employee health in a setting
that prioritizes outcomes over volume.
Unlike traditional clinic environments, this position offers the opportunity to
provide individualized one-on-one care with flexible scheduling, and significant
clinical autonomy. As a direct access physical therapist, you will evaluate and
treat employees with musculoskeletal conditions while partnering with fitness,
wellness, and occupational health professionals to support overall workforce
health.
This per diem position typically supports 20-30 hours per week and is ideal for
a clinician seeking flexibility, work-life balance, and the opportunity to
practice at the top of their license in a collaborative, prevention-focused
environment.
Why Physical Therapists Love This Role
One-on-one patient care without productivity quotas.
Flexible scheduling with consistent weekly hours.
High degree of clinical autonomy and independent decision-making.
Direct access practice model.
Opportunity to combine treatment, prevention, wellness, and movement
optimization.
Corporate fitness center environment with engaged motivated participants.
Ability to build lasting relationships and have a measurable impact on employee
health.
Responsible for coordinating and delivering early intervention services with the
overall focus being prevention of work-related injuries. Services will require
PT to triage mild injuries and provide education and interventions within scope
of position and deemed appropriate within client and OSHA guidelines.
Key Accountabilities:
* Supports the development and implementation of the yearly strategic business
plan for the results-focused Injury Prevention program.
* Coordinates the delivery of the Injury Prevention program throughout the
client site(s) in collaboration with the client’s multi-disciplinary
stakeholders (e.g., Medical, Safety, HR/Benefits, Management, Unions).
* Interfaces with HealthFitness leadership, company management, and peripheral
departments, as appropriate to assess client needs and identify HealthFitness
programming solutions.
* Participates in formal semi-annual performance appraisals and initiates
formal corrective action process, as necessary.
* Leads individual worksite assessments, root cause analysis, body mechanic
coaching and well-being education.
* Provide early intervention services for employees.
* Collect program data to support the program; manage and reports data for IPT
services.
* Regular communication with Corporate Support (i.e., IP&T, CSE) for ongoing
strategy, success of program, and service delivery review.
* Other duties as needed/assigned.
Education and Experience:
* B.S., M.S or higher degree in Physical Therapy.
* Current Physical therapy licensure in New Jersey.
* Current Adult CPR/AED/First Aid certifications from American Heart
Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Institute, or American
Safety & Health Institute required by start date. (Note: certification must
have an in-person component and not 100% online/OSHA compliant).
* 2+ years’ experience in prevention and treatment and rehabilitation of
orthopedic injuries and illnesses, ergonomic assessments/risk identification;
injury prevention education and training; and wellness programs.
* Demonstrated proficiency in Functional Movement Analysis and implementation
of corrective interventions.
* Demonstrated leadership, written and verbal communication skills, as well as
the capability and broad-based interests to effectively deliver physical
therapy treatment, prevention, and wellness services.
* Strong people skills, a positive attitude and computer software skills
sufficient to manage and operate participant management programs and
databases.
* Exceptional interpersonal communication and customer service skills
* Proven ability to lead a team towards collective goals and strategy.
* Proven ability to collaborate, integrate, and partner with multidisciplinary
teams/departments.
* Ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands.
* Ability to effectively work independently or as part of a team.
* Demonstrated experience delivering orthopedic and musculoskeletal physical
therapy services in an outpatient, occupational health, sports medicine, or
wellness-focused setting.
* Strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to independently manage a
diverse caseload in an autonomous practice environment.
* Experience developing individualized exercise and rehabilitation programs
designed to improve functional outcomes and support return to work
activities.
Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to
pre-employment drug test. The compensation range for this role is $65.00 -
$75.00/hour. The final wage offer will be determined based on factors such as
location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. We
understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new
opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive wage within the market.
Brand: HealthFitness
HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to
create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal
opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.