Acute Care Physical Therapist

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking an Acute Hospital Physical Therapist (Per Diem) to provide patient-centered rehabilitation in a fast-paced acute care setting. You will assess, treat, and support medically complex and post-surgical patients to restore mobility and function.

Collaborate with the care team, document in the EMR, and contribute to discharge planning. This per diem role offers flexible scheduling within a dedicated team committed to clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, function, and safety.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions, including gait training and transfer training.
• Support discharge planning with the care team.
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation in the EMR.

Job description

Acute Hospital Physical Therapist (Per Diem) — Provide patient-centered rehabilitation in a fast-paced acute care setting, delivering high-quality care to medically complex and post-surgical patients.

Key Duties

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, function, and safety.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions, including gait training and transfer training.
• Support discharge planning with the care team.
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation in the EMR.

Collaboration & Culture

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and case managers to coordinate care.
• Contribute to a supportive, inclusive environment focused on teamwork and clinical excellence.