Inpatient Rehabilitation Physical Therapist
Kealakekua, HI
World Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
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Job Title: Physical Therapist – Inpatient Acute Care (Regional)
Job Type: Contract
Shift: Day Shift with Some Weekend Coverage
Schedule: 36–40 hours per week with flexible scheduling

Job Summary

We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide inpatient acute care services across two healthcare facilities within the same regional health system. The therapist will deliver comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, focusing on restoring mobility, improving functional independence, and promoting optimal recovery outcomes.

This role involves a split schedule between two facilities, typically working three days per week at one location and two days per week at another, though the exact schedule may vary based on operational needs. One weekend day may be included periodically, with flexibility in scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical conditions and functional limitations to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions aimed at restoring mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and family members on treatment plans, exercises, and strategies for continued recovery.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary to achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record system.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, regulatory standards, and professional practice guidelines.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge planning as needed.

Qualifications

• Current and active Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of one year of physical therapy experience, preferably in an inpatient or acute care setting.
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification required.
• Experience working with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, preferably Epic, is preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient care skills.

Additional Information

• Work schedule includes 36–40 hours per week with flexibility.
• Position involves travel between two facilities within the same region.
• Holiday coverage may be required.
• Start date is contingent upon successful completion of required EMR testing.
• Professional references must be submitted via email for verification.

Specialty

• Rehabilitation Therapy – Physical Therapist
• Rehabilitation Type: Inpatient Acute Care