Physical Therapist, Rehabilitation Therapy
Lawrence, MA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist with a minimum of 3 years of experience for a 13-week contract in a long-term care/skilled nursing facility setting.

Details

• Day shift schedule
• Work setting is a long-term care/skilled nursing facility
• Responsibilities span evaluation, treatment planning, and documentation across a resident population
• Electronic Medical Record used for all documentation

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of physical therapy experience required
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's or Doctorate preferred
• Active PT license in the applicable state required; license required if applicable
• BLS/BCLS certification required
• Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently; lifts over 50 lbs require a two-person assist
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and reach as part of daily duties
• DOB and SSN may be required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include evaluating residents, establishing individualized plans of care with short- and long-term goals, and progressing treatment toward functional outcomes
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nursing staff, and other therapy professionals, including PT Assistants
• Provides education to residents and caregivers and documents teaching outcomes
• Participates in team meetings and consults with referring physicians on care plans and discharge needs
• Assists with new program development and provides in-service education to nursing and other departments
• Provides mentorship to new staff during orientation
• Responsible for maintaining department cleanliness and adhering to infection control procedures
• Must maintain all required licenses, certifications, and annual compliance requirements