Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Location

Chewelah, WA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Day shift, 3x8 hours (08:00 - 16:00). Flexibility for Tuesday-Friday or Monday-Thursday.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist will provide inpatient therapy services based on the needs of the facility. The role primarily focuses on acute care therapy, adapting interventions to meet the unique needs of patients in a critical access hospital environment. The Physical Therapist may be required to float to other facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations, treatment planning, and interventions for patients in an inpatient setting.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
• Utilize various therapeutic techniques, including adaptive devices and mobility training.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and their families on care plans and home exercise programs.
• Ensure compliance with facility protocols and standards.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Must have a valid Washington State Physical Therapy License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in acute care settings is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems, specifically Epic, is preferred.

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!