Physical Therapist

Job Description

The Physical Therapist evaluates all assigned patients, developing, implementing, and modifying treatment plans in accordance with patient needs and physician direction. They are responsible for the delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients. The role ensures the design of functional treatment programs to promote effective return to community activities and involves educating patients, families, students, coworkers, and self.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Develop appropriate treatment plans and goals, focusing on patient discharge.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to address barriers to discharge.
• Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions based on patient care needs.
• Complete medical record documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in a student program, providing supervision and evaluations.
• Actively pursue professional development and apply learning to meet organizational objectives.
• Engage in patient and professional advocacy efforts.
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Acts and maintain licensure.
• Demonstrate awareness of organizational performance improvement initiatives.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• Valid and current State license as a Physical Therapist.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Acute inpatient experience preferred.

Schedule

This position requires availability for a Day 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!