Physical Therapist

Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Rapid Response / Crisis
Shift: Days
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapy
Sub-Specialty: Physical Therapist
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility / Long-Term Care
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
License Requirement: Active state license required
Bilingual: Not required
Holiday Coverage: Not required
EMR: Not specified

A skilled and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) is needed for a rapid-response crisis assignment in a long-term care and skilled nursing environment. The PT will play a critical role in evaluating planning and executing therapy interventions to improve patient strength mobility and overall functional ability.

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine functional status and therapy needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to promote mobility and rehabilitation.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Accurately document patient evaluations treatments and progress in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals exercises and expectations.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

• Active and unrestricted state Physical Therapist license.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferably in a SNF or long-term care setting.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Ability to function independently in a fast-paced rapid-response environment.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and rehabilitation outcomes.

• Guaranteed 36-hour workweek.
• No holiday coverage requirements.
• Ideal for PTs comfortable working in high-need or rapid-deployment situations.