Travel Physical Therapist
Tucson, AZ
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights

Physical Therapist – Outpatient (Orthopedic PT)

Job Description:
 

The Outpatient Physical Therapist evaluates patients, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, and modifies interventions based on patient needs, functional goals, and physician direction. The therapist provides orthopedic physical therapy services to help patients improve mobility, strength, function, and independence while supporting a safe and effective return to daily and community activities.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and use clinical reasoning to establish appropriate treatment plans and measurable goals.
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized therapy programs based on patient progress and discharge goals.
• Provide orthopedic physical therapy interventions to improve mobility, strength, functional performance, and independence.
• Direct and coordinate discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients.
• Complete accurate, clear, and timely medical record documentation, including evaluations, treatment plans, goals, functional assessments, medical necessity letters, and charge entry.
• Ensure treatment is provided under valid physician orders and within applicable insurance authorizations.
• Educate patients, families, students, and coworkers on treatment plans, rehabilitation, and clinical practices.
• Participate in student education and supervision when assigned.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with professional ethics, state practice acts, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuing education, professional development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow clinic policies regarding attendance, punctuality, professional conduct, and personal appearance.
• Promote patient and employee safety by following safe patient-handling procedures, infection prevention practices, and workplace safety guidelines.
• Identify and report workplace hazards and contribute to a safe clinical environment.
• Support organizational quality standards, performance improvement initiatives, and team objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Active and applicable state Physical Therapist license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, document care accurately, and provide safe, effective therapy services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous successful assignment with the staffing agency.
• Previous experience working with Select Medical.

Professional Expectations:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Maintain professional licensure in good standing and complete required continuing education.
• Follow applicable clinical policies, regulatory standards, and professional codes of conduct.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a strong focus on patient and workplace safety.