Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Schedule

This position offers a 5x8.0 schedule, with evaluations lasting 60 minutes followed by 30-minute follow-up sessions.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating assigned patients and developing, implementing, and modifying treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction. This role involves ensuring effective design of functional treatment programs and promoting safe return to community activities. The Physical Therapist serves as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers, while upholding compliance with professional standards and conduct.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Document clinical notes clearly, concisely, accurately, and in a timely manner, following state and federal guidelines.
• Ensure care is provided under valid physician orders and within insurance approval.
• Participate in student programs and provide a positive learning environment.
• Engage in professional development through continuing education and involvement in professional activities.
• Adhere to state practice acts and maintain professional licensure.
• Understand and implement organizational performance improvement initiatives.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• 6 months to 1 year of outpatient clinical experience is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• 6 months of additional experience is highly desired.

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!