Physical Therapist - Full Time - Internal Travel Program

About the Role

Join Symbria’s Internal Travel Team as a Physical Therapist (PT) and impact the lives of the older adult population. This full-time travel position offers the benefits of full-time employment, including health insurance, PTO, and continuing education, while providing travel assignments across 10 states and various settings. A monthly travel stipend is offered in addition to a competitive salary.

Symbria operates in the following states: PA, MA, CT, IL, IN, OH, MO, and WI.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate physician’s referral and patient’s medical record to determine the required Physical Therapy program.
• Evaluate each patient’s current level of functioning using approved evaluation techniques, tests, and observations, and prepare written treatment programs based on evaluations.
• Administer a prescribed Physical Therapy program to restore and maintain maximum function and prevent disability using a range of therapeutic modalities.
• Coordinate physical therapy services with Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and the Nursing department.
• Maintain appropriate documentation in the patient chart, and re-evaluate patient progress to revise treatment programs as necessary.
• Communicate Physical Therapy philosophy, treatment approaches, and goals to patients, their families, and other members of the rehabilitation team.
• Supervise Symbria Rehab Physical Therapy Assistants, monitor productivity, and assess staffing needs within the community.
• Complete all required clinical and billing documentation as indicated and submit in a timely manner.
• Adhere to Symbria Rehab’s mission, Code of Conduct, and policies and procedures.
• Maintain productivity standards and fully utilize technology provided to document and enhance client care.
• Adhere to terms and conditions of the travel assignment contract.
• Be available and willing to travel to any location where Symbria provides contracted therapy services.
• Provide own transportation between patient visits and travel assignments.
• Perform any and all additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school for Physical Therapy.
• Valid registered license for Symbria's operating states, or the ability to obtain a license or compact license to support assignments in any designated state.
• If using a compact license, must have a full license in your state of residence.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and basic math skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills with a strong focus on customer service.
• Proficient use of computers and Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Acute care, long-term care, and/or rehabilitation experience (preferred but not required).

Travel Assignment Information

• Assignments are based on 13-week internal contracts, with the option to extend or relocate to another Symbria location upon completion.
• Terms of the contract depend on company and staffing needs.
• Each assignment is eligible for a monthly living stipend based on location and travel.
• Continuous assignments are guaranteed for one year. After completing a year of travel assignments, you may have the opportunity for relocation assistance to secure a permanent placement or choose to continue as part of the internal travel team.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, aligned with market guidelines.
• Full benefits package, including generous paid time off plans.
• Professional liability coverage.
• 100% employer-funded ESOP retirement plan (employee-owned company).
• Continuing education opportunities.

About Symbria

Symbria is one of the few 100% employee-owned healthcare providers. Our focus is on delivering best-in-class services within our Pharmacy, Rehabilitation, and Well-Being operations to improve the lives and well-being of patients and residents in post-acute and senior living communities. Our teams utilize insights and analytics to drive better health outcomes while providing flexible service options.

Symbria’s core values guide our partnerships and work environment:

• Integrity: Honest, fairness, and ethics.
• Compassion: Commitment to serving seniors.
• Stewardship: Maximizing mission and margin.
• Innovation: Striving to enhance value.
• Teamwork: Working together unselfishly toward goals.