Acute Rehab Physical Therapist — Per Diem Impact & Growth

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Arroyo Grande (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company‑to

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Lifepoint Health's Arroyo Grande Community Hospital ARU seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) for acute rehabilitation. This per diem role supports patient evaluation and treatment to improve movement and independence in a dynamic care environment.

You will work with a rehab team, educate patients on home programs, and contribute to discharge planning, documentation, and outcomes tracking, with a focus on compassionate, high‑quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Previous rehab setting experience preferred.
• Current PT license.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Document treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
• Collaborate with rehab teams and participate in discharge planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Rehab experience

Education

Graduate of accredited PT program

Tools

Rehab documentation systems

Job description

Lifepoint Health's Arroyo Grande Community Hospital ARU seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) for acute rehabilitation. This per diem role supports patient evaluation and treatment to improve movement and independence in a dynamic care environment.

You will work with a rehab team, educate patients on home programs, and contribute to discharge planning, documentation, and outcomes tracking, with a focus on compassionate, high‑quality care.