Travel Physical Therapist
Philadelphia, PA
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

Outpatient Physical Therapist

START 1/14/27
13 weeks

1 year experience
Outpatient Ortho

Physical Therapist (PT)
 

Position Overview

The Physical Therapist evaluates assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, functional goals, and physician direction. Responsible for directing and delegating discipline-specific therapy services while designing functional treatment programs that support patients in returning to community activities.

The Physical Therapist also provides education to patients, families, students, and coworkers while contributing to the development and delivery of quality therapy services.

Key Responsibilities:
 

Patient Evaluation & Treatment

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Apply clinical reasoning to develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals.
• Progress patients toward discharge within the established length of stay.
• Implement and modify treatment plans according to patient needs and physician direction.
• Direct and delegate discipline-specific therapy services.
• Design functional treatment programs that support patients' return to community activities.
• Participate in interdisciplinary discharge planning and coordinate appropriate patient care.
• Assist with equipment trials, recommendations, and orders as clinically indicated.
• Provide patient and family training, including home exercise programs and recommendations for continued services.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintain clear, concise, accurate, and timely medical record documentation.
• Complete treatment notes, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entries using approved formats.
• Ensure documentation complies with applicable state, federal, and intermediary guidelines and facility policies.
• Ensure treatment is provided under valid, signed physician orders and within applicable insurance authorization.
• Maintain accurate clinical and billing documentation.

Patient, Family & Staff Education:

• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, functional goals, and continued care.
• Participate in student training and supervision as assigned.
• Establish appropriate learning objectives and complete student evaluations.
• Support the professional development and education of coworkers.
• Maintain personal professional growth through continuing education, self-study, and participation in professional organizations.

Professional Standards & Development:

• Maintain an individualized professional development plan in collaboration with clinical management.
• Apply newly acquired knowledge and skills to support organizational objectives.
• Maintain an active professional license in good standing.
• Complete all state-mandated continuing education requirements.
• Follow the applicable State Practice Act, regulatory requirements, and professional code of ethics.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provide feedback through staff meetings, focus groups, or direct supervisors.

Patient & Employee Safety:

• Maintain a safe environment for patients, employees, and visitors.
• Follow organizational safety policies and procedures, including:
  • Safe patient handling
  • Materials handling
  • Infectious disease prevention
  • Slips, trips, and falls prevention
  • Workplace safety and hazard reporting
• Use appropriate safety equipment and promptly report potential risks or hazards.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability.

Organizational Values & Expectations:
 

Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Select Medical's Mission Statement, Select Medical Way, and Core Values:

• Deliver superior quality in all activities.
• Treat others with respect and consideration.
• Focus on achieving results and organizational objectives.
• Work collaboratively as a team player.
• Demonstrate resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
• Maintain patient and company confidentiality in accordance with the organizational Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrate professional accountability, ethical conduct, attendance, punctuality, and appropriate personal appearance.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other professional duties related to patient care, discipline-specific therapy services, and program development as assigned.
• Demonstrate the competencies required for the patient populations served in accordance with the organization's competency program.