Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Prairie Ridge Clinic

Job Opportunity: Outpatient Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Physical Therapy - Outpatient Orthopedic)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 4 ten-hour days per week
• Schedule: 2 days from 7am-5pm, 2 days from 7am-6pm
• 60-minute one-on-one patient sessions with no overlapping patients
• Treatment rooms surround a large gym space

Licensure & Experience Requirements

• Wisconsin Physical Therapist License preferred
• Years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard for outpatient orthopedic PT roles (confirm with recruiter)
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention)

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – ARC or AHA acceptable (not required for CNAs)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – ARC or AHA acceptable
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – ARC or AHA acceptable
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) – as required
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam – required as applicable
• Competency Exam – required as applicable to profession/specialty
• Color Blind Testing – required only for dialysis/kidney center staff (not applicable here)

Background & Screening Requirements

• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• State-specific caregiver screening (Wisconsin Caregiver Search)
• 2 professional references verified within 2 years of start (general requirement)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative TB test (QGold) within 1 year of start; chest X-ray within 60 days if applicable
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen with expanded opiates within 14 days before start (marijuana positive not disqualifying)
• Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (October to March)

Additional Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (passport-style, no filters)
• Compliance checklist to be completed by agency representative
• Confidentiality statement to be signed prior to start
• Flu vaccine exemption forms if applicable

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist in Wisconsin, offering a structured 4-day workweek with extended hours. Candidates should hold or be eligible for a Wisconsin PT license and meet standard healthcare background, health, and certification requirements. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

Note: Confirm years of experience and licensure details with recruiter before applying.