Physical Therapist - Inpatient & Outpatient Rehabilitation
Waimea, HI
World Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus

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Physical Therapist – Contract (Quick Start)

Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Quick Start
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (Lunch 12:00–1:00 PM)
Weekend Requirement: Saturday availability required (no exceptions)
Hours: Full-time
Holiday Coverage: Required
EMR: Not specified

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a dynamic role serving both inpatient and outpatient populations in a rural healthcare setting. This position requires strong clinical independence, adaptability, and the ability to manage patients across the continuum of care, from acute hospitalization through outpatient rehabilitation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments
• Provide care across inpatient (approximately 25%) and outpatient (approximately 75%) settings
• Inpatient areas include Acute Care, ICU, Med/Surg, Observation, and Skilled Nursing
• Outpatient services provided primarily in a hospital-based PT clinic
• Float as needed to ER, ICU, Med/Surg, SNF, and occasionally OB
• Manage inpatient mobility progression and discharge planning from acute to SNF levels
• Maintain a full daily caseload averaging 5–15 patients
• Conduct new evaluations (60 minutes) and follow-up treatments every 30–45 minutes
• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across diverse diagnoses

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Hawaii Physical Therapist license required (must be obtained prior to start; expedited licensure expected)
• Minimum 2 years of Physical Therapy experience
• Ability to work independently in a rural healthcare environment
• Strong clinical skills across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Comfortable floating between departments as needed
• BLS/BCLS certification required

Work Environment

• Small-bed rural hospital setting
• Combination of inpatient units and outpatient clinic
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary healthcare team

Additional Information

• Holiday work is required when scheduled
• Flexibility in work hours may be necessary based on patient needs and staffing demands