Acute Care PT: Fast-Paced Rehab & Mobility Expert

Proforma Health Inc; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc. is seeking an Acute Hospital Physical Therapist for per diem coverage in a fast-paced acute care setting. You will evaluate medically complex and post-surgical patients and implement mobility-focused interventions to improve function and safety.

In this role, you will develop evidence-based treatment plans, document care in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers to support smooth discharge planning. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Strong clinical assessment and evidence-based treatment planning.
• Experience with complex post-surgical patients in acute care.
• Proficient in mobility training, gait, and transfers.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, function, and safety.
• Deliver interventions including gait and transfer training.
• Support discharge planning through patient education and care coordination.
• Maintain clear clinical documentation in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Mobility training

Gait training

Transfers

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Physical Therapist licensure

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Proforma Health Inc. is seeking an Acute Hospital Physical Therapist for per diem coverage in a fast-paced acute care setting. You will evaluate medically complex and post-surgical patients and implement mobility-focused interventions to improve function and safety.

In this role, you will develop evidence-based treatment plans, document care in the EMR, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers to support smooth discharge planning. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.