Acute Care Physical Therapist

Provident Behavioral Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health is seeking an Acute Hospital Physical Therapist for a per diem role in Reno, NV. You will evaluate patients, develop evidence-based treatment plans, and deliver gait and transfer training to support mobility and safety in an acute care setting.

In this role you will coordinate discharge planning, document clearly in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers to ensure seamless patient care.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in the state.
• Experience in acute hospital or similar setting preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility and safety.
• Deliver interventions including gait and transfer training.
• Support discharge planning by coordinating care needs.
• Maintain clear EMR documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Teamwork

EMR documentation

Education

PT license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Acute Hospital Physical Therapist (Per Diem)

provides patient-centered rehabilitation in a fast-paced acute care setting, supporting medically complex and post-surgical patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, function, and safety.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions, including gait and transfer training.
• Support discharge planning by coordinating care needs.
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications / Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and evidence-based treatment planning skills.
• Ability to manage complex, acute patient needs and prioritize safety.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across the care team.
• Accurate EMR documentation and attention to clinical detail.