Outpatient Physical Therapist

Job Description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating assigned patients and developing, implementing, and modifying treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician directives. This role includes the delegation and direction of therapy services, ensuring functional treatment programs are designed for effective community reintegration. The therapist also serves as an educator to patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations for assigned patients and establish treatment goals aimed at progressing towards discharge.
• Document medical records accurately and in a timely manner, including goal writing and letters of medical necessity.
• Ensure care is delivered under valid physician orders and adheres to insurance approvals.
• Participate in student programs by providing supervision and evaluation.
• Create a professional development plan focused on personal and professional growth through continued education.
• Follow regulations outlined in the State Practice Act and maintain licensure in good standing.
• Engage in performance improvement initiatives to maximize service quality and outcomes.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• A valid and active license for the state in which the work will be performed.

Schedule

This position operates on a 5x8.0 schedule.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!