Travel Physical Therapist
Biddeford, ME
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Physical Therapist (PT) – 13-Week Contract

Day Shift | 40 Hours per Week

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist partners with residents and interdisciplinary care providers to deliver high-quality physical therapy services that maximize residents’ functional abilities and independence in activities of daily living. This role supports a resident-centered approach to care while promoting the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.

This is a 13-week contract position working day shift, 40 hours per week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
• Performs evaluative and therapeutic procedures under the order of a physician or other accepted healthcare provider, observing all precautions, indications, and contraindications.
• Evaluates residents per department protocols and establishes individualized plans of care, including functional short- and long-term goals, frequency and duration of services, and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborates with residents and primary caregivers to incorporate their input into therapy goals and care planning.
• Provides consultation to referring physicians and interdisciplinary team members regarding care plans and discharge needs; attends pertinent care team meetings.
• Monitors treatment effectiveness, progresses therapy programs toward established goals, and modifies plans of care as necessary.
• Documents all evaluative and therapeutic interactions in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) according to department procedures, ensuring clarity and accessibility for the care team.
• Recommends and obtains appropriate assistive devices and ensures residents and caregivers receive instruction in proper use.
• Provides education to residents and caregivers and documents outcomes of teaching.
• Refers residents appropriately to the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and collaborates to ensure high-quality resident care.
• Maintains compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, and other reimbursement regulations.
• Provides in-service education to nursing and other departments; maintains current clinical knowledge and skills through continuing education.
• Assists with the development of new rehabilitation programs and services.
• Maintains awareness of professional issues and communicates pertinent updates to staff.
• Supervises assistant-level staff as appropriate, ensuring adherence to state mandates and professional standards. Reports performance concerns to the Director.
• Mentors new staff during orientation and ensures completion of required competencies.
• Maintains department cleanliness and equipment per infection control and system standards.
• Maintains required licenses, certifications, competencies, and completes annual compliance requirements.
• Performs other duties consistent with this role.

Job Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment
• Analytical with sound clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent time management and documentation abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred
• Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the applicable state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
• Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred

Schedule & Contract Details

• 13-week contract assignment
• Day shift
• 40 hours per week