Physical Therapist
Independence, MO
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Travel Physical Therapist

Location

Independence, MO | Acute Care / Inpatient Rehab

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 12-Week Assignment | Days | 5 x 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Expected 1 weekend every 6 weeks with flex days available

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy evaluations and treatments across acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings
• Manage a patient caseload with ratios of approximately 12:1 in acute care and 4–5:1 in inpatient rehab
• Utilize safe patient handling equipment and standard rehabilitation equipment in daily practice
• Document patient care accurately using the Meditech electronic documentation system
• Float between acute care and rehabilitation units as needed to support staffing requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist (PT) license — valid and in good standing
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist
• Ability to work a rotating weekend schedule (approximately 1 weekend every 6 weeks)
• Willingness and ability to float between acute care and inpatient rehabilitation units

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in acute care and/or inpatient rehabilitation settings
• Familiarity with Meditech or similar electronic medical record systems
• Comfort working in a high-volume environment with varied patient populations

Why Join Us

• Join a recognized facility with an active culture of staff appreciation, including department employee of the month and hospital-wide recognition programs
• Work alongside a dedicated rehab team supported by rehab technicians and safe patient handling equipment in a well-equipped facility