Travel PT Acute Care Hospital - $1,505 per week

Specialty: Physical Therapist | Discipline: Therapy | Start Date: 08/25/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks

About the role

A Physical Therapist (PT) is a healthcare professional who evaluates, diagnoses, and treats individuals with physical impairments or disabilities. Physical therapists help patients restore mobility, manage pain, and improve their quality of life through targeted exercises, manual therapies, and specialized techniques. They work with individuals recovering from surgery, injury, or illness, providing rehabilitation and preventative care to promote physical health and function.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient evaluations to assess physical abilities, range of motion, strength, coordination, and overall mobility; review medical history and diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays, MRIs).
• Establish baseline data regarding a patient’s physical capabilities to create a tailored treatment plan.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on the patient’s condition, goals, and progress, including short- and long-term rehabilitation goals.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop a comprehensive treatment approach, including recommendations for surgery or medication, if necessary.
• Implement physical therapy interventions such as strengthening exercises, range of motion exercises, balance training, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation).
• Educate patients about proper posture, movement techniques, and body mechanics to prevent future injury.
• Provide guidance and support for exercises performed both in the clinic and at home.
• Educate patients on the importance of following their prescribed physical therapy regimen and explain how therapy will aid in recovery.
• Teach patients strategies to manage pain and promote physical wellness through techniques like stretching, strengthening exercises, and ergonomic modifications.
• Offer guidance on lifestyle changes that may improve function, such as weight management, stress reduction, or joint protection techniques.
• Work with other healthcare professionals (e.g., doctors, nurses, occupational therapists) to coordinate patient care.
• Provide regular updates to the interdisciplinary team on patient progress and changes in treatment plans.
• Communicate with patients and families, providing education and support throughout the treatment process.
• Regularly assess patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Document the effectiveness of therapies and make recommendations for changes based on patient feedback and observed improvements or setbacks.
• Perform re-evaluations to track progress, modify goals, and ensure treatment is advancing appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting evaluations, treatments, progress, and changes in condition.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and insurance requirements.
• Complete required documentation for insurance billing, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
• Develop and implement injury prevention programs to help patients reduce the risk of future injuries.
• Promote physical wellness and functional independence through health education and long-term fitness goals.
• Encourage patients to adopt a more active lifestyle and engage in exercises that improve long-term health outcomes.
• Advocate for patients to ensure they receive necessary equipment and assistive devices (e.g., wheelchairs, prosthetics, walkers).
• Guide patients in accessing community resources, support groups, and programs to continue rehabilitation or physical wellness after discharge.

Schedule

• 40 hours per week
• 10-hour shifts, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Pay

Pay package is based on 10-hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.