Inpatient Physical Therapist — Impactful Acute Rehab

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CEU benefit of $500/year after 1 year

Certification reimbursement up to $500

Clarkson College discount 35%

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a full-time Inpatient Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. You will work across med-surg to ICU, focusing on early mobility and discharge planning, collaborating with OT/OTAs, PTs, and PTAs using rehab technology and safe handling equipment.

The role offers opportunities across specialties such as neuro, cardiac, trauma, and ICU, with strong emphasis on family involvement and professional development within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a physical therapy program accredited by CAPTE.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork abilities.
• Nebraska licensure or current compact state license required; BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation, planning, and implementation of physical therapy treatments.
• Assist with department goals, program planning, and staff/clinical instruction.
• Communicate daily with the team to maintain professional, progressive care.
• Support patient care from mobility to discharge planning, involving family when appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

CAPTE accreditation

Tools

Ultrasound therapy equipment

Gait belts

Job description

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a full-time Inpatient Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. You will work across med-surg to ICU, focusing on early mobility and discharge planning, collaborating with OT/OTAs, PTs, and PTAs using rehab technology and safe handling equipment.

The role offers opportunities across specialties such as neuro, cardiac, trauma, and ICU, with strong emphasis on family involvement and professional development within a