Travel Physical Therapist
McLean, VA
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

Physical Therapist – Outpatient (Orthopedics)
Location: McLean, Virginia
Position: Physical Therapist – Outpatient
Specialty: Outpatient Orthopedics
 

Job Details:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Weeks in System: 13 Weeks
• Shift: 5×8-hour shifts
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics
• New Graduates: Accepted

Position Overview:
 

The Outpatient Physical Therapist evaluates patients and develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician direction. The therapist is responsible for directing and coordinating discipline-specific therapy services, designing functional treatment programs, and helping patients return to their daily and community activities.

The role also involves educating patients, families, students, and coworkers while maintaining professional standards, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities:
 

Patient Evaluation & Treatment

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Apply clinical reasoning to develop appropriate treatment plans and measurable goals.
• Progress patients toward discharge within the established length of stay.
• Design and implement functional treatment programs that support patients' return to daily and community activities.
• Direct and coordinate discipline-specific therapy services.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain clear, concise, accurate, and timely medical record documentation.
• Complete treatment documentation, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry.
• Follow approved documentation formats and applicable state, federal, and insurance/intermediary guidelines.
• Ensure treatment is provided under valid physician orders and within insurance authorization requirements.

Education & Professional Development

• Educate patients, families, students, and coworkers as appropriate.
• Participate in student training and supervision when assigned.
• Develop individualized professional development plans with clinical management.
• Pursue continuing education, self-study, and professional development activities.

Safety & Organizational Compliance

• Follow the organization's mission, Code of Conduct, and Core Values.
• Maintain patient and employee safety through appropriate handling procedures and workplace safety practices.
• Follow clinic policies regarding attendance, punctuality, and professional appearance.
• Maintain compliance with the applicable State Practice Act and professional ethical standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provide feedback to management.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must maintain professional licensure in good standing.
• Must meet applicable state-mandated continuing education requirements.

Additional Information:

• New graduates are mentioned as acceptable in the job summary; however, the detailed requirements specify 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience. This discrepancy should be confirmed with the client.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience is the indicated specialty.