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

Job Opportunity: Therapy/Rehabilitation - Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Nashua, New Hampshire
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Physical Therapist with outpatient clinic experience for a travel contract position. The role involves providing therapy and rehabilitation services with a focus on orthopedic and neurological conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation (Physical Therapy)
• Minimum Years of Experience: 1 year (highest required)
• Prior Travel Experience: Preferred depending on experience (not strictly required)
• Licensure: New Hampshire State License required
• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
• Charting: EPIC charting experience required
• Orientation: Provided by clinic manager

Skills & Competencies

• Outpatient Clinic experience
• Home Exercise Programs
• Patient and Family Education
• Range of Motion (AROM/AAROM/PROM)
• Body Mechanics
• Identifying Environmental Barriers
• Pain Assessment
• Strength Testing
• Vital Signs Monitoring
• Patient Assessment, Evaluation, Plan of Care, Reassessments, Discharge
• Short Term Goals Development
• Time Management
• Treatment of conditions including:

  • Ankle Sprains
  • Cervicalgia
  • Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
  • Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
  • Extremity Mobilization
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Gait Training
  • Hip Fractures/Injuries
  • Knee Injuries/Tendinopathy
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lumbar Traction
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Post-Operative Cervical Surgery, Shoulder Repair, Spinal Surgery
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Spinal Conditions and Mobilization
  • Taping
  • Total Hip and Knee Replacement

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Orthopedics
• Use of Crutches
• McKenzie Method
• Myofascial Release
• EPIC (additional familiarity)
• Concussion Management
• Dementia/Alzheimer's Care
• Post Stroke Rehabilitation
• Cervical and Lumbar Traction
• Phonophoresis
• TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
• Ultrasound Therapy
• Dry Needling
• Lymphedema Management
• Graston Technique Certification
• CPR Certification

Work Schedule

• Monday & Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• No call, float, or weekend shifts

Documentation & Compliance Requirements

• Background checks including Social Security Verification, National Sex Offender Registry, Criminal Searches (excluding NH counties), Education Verification, and others as required
• Drug screening (10-panel) 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 (2-step PPD, Qgold, or Tspot within 1 year) plus TB Questionnaire
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination documentation
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination required during flu season (Oct 31 - Apr 1) with medical or religious exemptions allowed
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (RespSafety questionnaire) required
• Pass/Fail Basic Dysrhythmia EKG exam within 48 hours of contract signing (specific to Southern New Hampshire facilities)
• Various certifications verification (BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPI, etc.) as applicable
• Facility-specific forms including immunization waivers and compliance attestations
• Two professional references within last 3 years, including one from a supervisor

Additional Notes

• Travelers who have previously been employed by any facility associated with this health system are not eligible
• Fit mask testing is not required for outpatient Physical Therapy candidates
• Orientation will be conducted onsite by the clinic manager
• No weekend or on-call responsibilities

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist with outpatient and orthopedic experience who is comfortable with EPIC charting and looking for a structured travel contract in New Hampshire.