Physical Therapist - Full Time - Internal Traveler Program

Overview

Are you a Physical Therapist (PT) with a desire to impact the lives of the older adult population? Join Symbria’s Internal Travel Team!

Are you a therapist looking for travel assignments, but want the perks of a full-time employee? Look no further, Symbria is offering full-time travel positions that offer all the benefits of full-time-health insurance, PTO, continuing education, to name a few. Continue to scroll to see our full benefits package!

Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary background information from assigned patient’s chart.
• Aid supervising Physical Therapist in obtaining specific evaluation data within areas of established expertise.
• Seek assistance from supervising Physical Therapist to obtain evaluation data outside of Physical Therapy Assistant experience.
• Modify appropriate existing short-term goals within areas of treatment expertise for assigned patients and select and adapt treatment techniques to meet established goals and meet individual patient needs.
• Discuss treatment plan with patient and family as indicated.
• Complete all required clinical and billing documentation as indicated and submit in a timely manner.
• Administer the prescribed physical therapy program to restore and maintain maximum function and prevent disability.
• The following modalities may be used for this purpose: Therapeutic exercises and activity for lower extremity function, Therapeutic exercises and activity for strengthening and balance, Exercises and activity to improve coordination, Instructions in self-care, including transfers, bed mobility and ambulation, Education in body mechanics, work simplification and joint protection.
• Adhere to Symbria Rehab’s mission, Code of Conduct, and policies and procedures.
• Maintain productivity standards.
• Full utilization of technology provided to document and enhance client care.
• Adhere to terms and conditions of travel assignment contract.
• Available and willing to travel to any location where Symbria provides contracted therapy services.
• Must be able to provide own transportation between patient visits and travel assignments.
• Any and all duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy.
• A valid registered license is required 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 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. (Prefered but not required!)

Travel Assignment Information

• Assignments will be based on 13-week internal contracts.
• Once an assignment is complete there will be an option to extend the assignment or to be placed at another Symbria location.
• The terms of the contract are based 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.

Why Symbria?

• Symbria’s employees act like owners – because we are owners!
• As one of the few 100% employee-owned healthcare providers, our focus remains on delivering best-in-class services within our Pharmacy, Rehabilitation and Well-Being operations, which allows our clients to improve the lives and well-being of their patients and residents.
• Symbria’s Talent Team handles candidate communication directly rather than utilizing outside agencies; if interested in this role, direct application to the job posting and contact with a Symbria talent team member is recommended.
• A ll applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.