Travel Physical Therapist
Tulsa, OK
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

Physical Therapist (PT) – Day Shift

Job Description:
 

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops individualized treatment plans, and delivers therapy services to improve functional mobility and support safe discharge. The PT collaborates with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to achieve patient goals and facilitate a successful return to community activities.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals.
• Implement and modify treatment plans based on patient progress, clinical needs, and physician direction.
• Provide individual, concurrent, and group therapy sessions as appropriate.
• Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to address discharge barriers and arrange necessary equipment and follow-up services.
• Educate patients and families, provide home exercise programs, and complete discharge and continuing-care planning.
• Document evaluations, daily treatments, goals, functional assessments, medical necessity, charges, and discharge summaries accurately and on time.
• Ensure therapy is provided under valid physician orders and within applicable insurance approvals.
• Delegate and coordinate discipline-specific therapy services as appropriate.
• Support student education and supervision when assigned.
• Participate in professional development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow state practice requirements, professional ethics, confidentiality standards, and facility policies.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of Physical Therapy experience.
• Valid, current state Physical Therapist license.
• BLS certification required before the first shift.
• Ability to develop treatment plans, document patient progress, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Additional Expectations:

• Maintain professional licensure in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.
• Follow patient safety, infection prevention, and safe patient-handling procedures.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and patient-centered care.