Physical Therapist
Nashville, TN
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist

Job Description

• Evaluate assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans based on patient needs and physician direction.
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients.
• Design functional treatment programs to support effective return to community activities.
• Educate patients, families, students, coworkers, and self.
• Perform professional duties related to patient care, therapy service development, and program delivery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address barriers to discharge, including equipment trialing, patient/family training, and planning for continuing services.
• Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions efficiently based on patient care needs.
• Complete clear, concise, accurate, and timely medical record documentation, including daily notes, goal writing, quality assessments, letters of medical necessity, discharge documentation, and charge entry.
• Ensure care is provided under valid physician orders and insurance approvals.
• Participate in student programs by providing supervision, learning objectives, and evaluations.
• Develop and pursue individualized professional development plans through continuing education and professional activities.
• Engage in patient and professional advocacy efforts such as health fairs, community events, and professional memberships.
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act, maintain licensure, and complete required continuing education.
• Follow organizational performance improvement initiatives and contribute feedback to maximize outcomes.
• Uphold professional standards, ethical conduct, and organizational core values focused on quality, respect, teamwork, resourcefulness, and safety.

Work Schedule & Contract Length

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Contract length: 13 weeks.

Requirements

• BLS Certification required prior to first shift.
• Valid, current State license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.

Safety & Compliance

• Commitment to patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, materials handling, infection control, and workplace safety.
• Adherence to hospital guidelines on personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Compliance with organizational Code of Conduct and confidentiality policies.

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist seeking a structured, collaborative environment with a focus on patient-centered care and professional growth.