Physical Therapist - Long Term Care
Abilene, TX
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Long Term Care facility requiring 2+ years of PT experience and a TX or compact license.

Details

• Long Term Care (LTC) setting within the Physical Therapy unit
• Day shift schedule, 8-hour shifts
• No weekend requirements
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of PT experience required
• TX or compact license required if applicable
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Performs patient evaluations including history, systems review, and administration of tests and measures
• Establishes individualized plans of care and selects treatment techniques addressing identified impairments per physician orders
• Conducts ongoing reassessment of patient response to treatment
• Initiates and manages discharge planning from the first visit through treatment completion
• Supervises and delegates to ancillary staff and students per state law and department policy
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation in accordance with department policy and accreditation requirements
• Communicates with patients, families, and healthcare team members using AIDET principles
• Assesses and addresses educational needs of patients, families, and caregivers
• Participates in ongoing professional development and quality improvement activities
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff in compliance with safety standards
• Functions within scope of practice as defined by state practice act