Physical Therapist

Schedule

Day shift, 5x8.0

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Job Description

The Physical Therapist evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans according to the patient's needs and physician direction. This role is responsible for overseeing and directing therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring the design of functional treatment programs that facilitate an effective return to community activities. The therapist serves as an educator for patients, families, students, coworkers, and themselves while performing various professional duties associated with patient care and program delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop appropriate treatment plans and goals to promote timely discharge.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to discharge and plan for continuing services.
• Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions effectively based on patient needs.
• Document patient care in a clear, concise, and timely manner, adhering to compliance and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in student programs and provide a constructive learning environment for students.
• Create and actively manage a professional development plan with clinical management.
• Engage in patient and professional advocacy efforts within the community.
• Maintain professional licensure and complete all state mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and provide feedback for quality service improvements.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• BLS Certification required prior to the first shift.
• Must hold a valid, current State license as a Physical Therapist.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required, with acute inpatient experience 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!