Outpatient Physical Therapist
Nashua, New Hampshire
Southern New Hampshire Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Outpatient (Travel/Contract)

Location: Nashua, New Hampshire
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• EPIC charting experience required.
• Oriented to clinic by manager.
• No call, float, or weekend shifts.
• Shift schedule:

  • Monday/Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Tuesday/Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Physical Therapy (highest required).
• Prior travel experience may be required depending on experience.
• New Hampshire State License.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Experience in outpatient clinic settings.
• Skills in:

  • Home Exercise Programs
  • Patient and Family Education
  • AROM/AAROM/PROM
  • Body Mechanics
  • Identifying Environmental Barriers
  • Pain Assessment
  • Strength Testing
  • Vital Signs
  • Assessment, Evaluation, Discharge, Plan of Care, Reassessments
  • Short Term Goals
  • Time Management
  • Treatment of conditions such as ankle sprains, cervicalgia, degenerative disc and joint disease, frozen shoulder, gait training, hip and knee injuries, low back pain, osteoarthritis, post-op surgeries, rheumatoid arthritis, sciatica, spinal conditions, taping, total hip and knee replacement.

Preferred Skills and Certifications

• Orthopedics
• Crutches
• McKenzie Method
• Myofascial Release
• EPIC
• Concussion management
• Dementia/Alzheimer's care
• Post Stroke Rehabilitation
• Cervical and Lumbar Traction
• Phonophoresis
• TENS
• Ultrasound
• Dry Needling
• Lymphedema management
• Graston Technique Certification
• CPR

Documentation and Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, including:

  • Social Security Verification
  • National Sex Offender Registry Search
  • National Criminal Search
  • Education Verification
  • State-specific criminal background checks (excluding NH counties)
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 14 days prior to start.
• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within last 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella immunity or vaccination records
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Oct 31 - Apr 1) or approved exemption.
• Respiratory Safety Clearance required.
• Pass/Fail Basic Dysrhythmia EKG exam within 48 hours of contract signing (specific to Southern New Hampshire units).
• Certifications required or preferred include ACLS, BLS, PALS, CPI, Management of Assaultive Behavior, NIH Stroke Certification, TNCC.
• State license verification and copy required.
• Photo for badge (passport style, jpeg).
• Auto insurance proof if applicable (for home health/hospice roles).
• Completion of facility-specific immunization exemption forms if applicable.

Additional Notes

• Travelers who have previously been employed by any facility associated with this health system are not eligible.
• Local travelers (within 50 miles) are accepted but with adjusted pay rates.
• Orientation is provided by the clinic manager.
• No weekend or on-call shifts.
• Must complete SSA release and state-specific releases as part of credentialing.

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist with outpatient experience, EPIC charting skills, and the ability to work a flexible weekday schedule without weekend or on-call responsibilities.