Physical Therapist, Medical Rehabilitation
Lynnwood, WA
Catalytic Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Physical Therapist (PT) Travel Position

Location: Lynnwood, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
Weekend Hours: Once a month
Call Requirements: None

Job Summary

Provide occupational therapy services primarily to adult and geriatric patients in a medical rehabilitation setting. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, and implement therapy interventions aimed at improving patient function and participation.

Patient Population

• Adult and geriatric patients
• Common diagnoses include Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Spinal Cord Injury, and Debility

Essential Functions

• Assess patient needs and initiate appropriate occupational therapy interventions
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and students as needed
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and recommend changes to physicians when necessary
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments and timely quality improvement scoring
• Address patient pain and make appropriate interventions or physician contacts
• Maintain patient safety and reduce healthcare errors
• Document patient progress, goals, and care plans according to policy
• Participate in patient/family and interdisciplinary team conferences
• Provide patient and family education tailored to learning needs
• Operate and maintain therapy equipment safely
• Collaborate with other departments for patient care and performance improvement
• Participate in departmental training, infection control, and safety programs
• Maintain professional communication and relationships within the department and with patients/families

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Washington
• Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience, including experience within the last year
• Current BLS certification
• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute care, skilled nursing, or inpatient rehabilitation settings

Work Environment & Additional Information

• Facility has approximately 40 beds
• Electronic Health Records systems used: EPIC and Rehab Connect
• Must be cooperative and a team player
• Dress code requires black scrubs
• Report time on first day: between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM

Compliance & Professionalism

• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
• Adhere to organizational policies, ethical business practices, and safety standards
• Demonstrate accountability, reliability, and professionalism at all times

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive rehab environment with a focus on adult medical rehabilitation.