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

Physical Therapist – Outpatient

Client/Group: Select PT Holdings
Position: Physical Therapist – Outpatient
 

Job Details:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
• Shift: 5×8-hour shifts
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Setting: Outpatient Physical Therapy

Weekly Schedule:
 

Day

Working Hours

Monday

6:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Tuesday

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Wednesday

6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Thursday

9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Friday

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
 

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 and designing functional treatment programs to help patients return to daily and community activities.

The position also involves patient and family education, student supervision, professional development, clinical documentation, and maintaining patient safety and regulatory compliance.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 

Patient Evaluation & Treatment

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients.
• Use 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 & Regulatory 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 6 months of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must maintain professional licensure in good standing.
• Must meet applicable state-mandated continuing education requirements.

Important Submission Notes

• New Graduates are not accepted.
• Minimum 6 months of outpatient clinical experience is required.
• Outpatient Physical Therapy experience is essential.
• CPR certification is required.
• Current professional licensure must be maintained in good standing.