Physical Therapist

Job Description

The Physical Therapist evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans in accordance with the patient’s needs and physician direction. This professional is responsible for delegating and directing all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring the design of functional treatment programs that facilitate an effective return to community activities. The role encompasses educating patients, families, students, coworkers, and self, while also performing other professional duties associated with patient care and therapy service development.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develops appropriate treatment plans and goals.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to address barriers to discharge, including equipment trialing, patient and family training, home exercise programs, and planning for continuing services.
• Manages individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions effectively based on patient care needs.
• Documents medical records clearly, concisely, accurately, and timely, complying with state, federal, and organizational guidelines.
• Participates in student programs, offering a positive learning environment and completing evaluations.
• Creates an individualized professional development plan, pursuing continuing education and professional growth.
• Actively engages in patient and professional advocacy efforts within the community.
• Adheres to discipline-specific state practice acts and maintains professional licensure.
• Implements quality improvement methodologies and participates in organizational performance initiatives.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Valid and current State Physical Therapist license.
• BLS Certification required prior to the first shift.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in inpatient rehab or neuro settings.

Schedule

This is a day shift position, working 5 days a week, with each shift lasting 8 hours.

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!