Local Contract Physical Therapist - $50-57 per hour

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a dedicated healthcare professional to provide clinical patient care, initiate treatment plans, and collaborate with patients and healthcare teams. The position requires effective communication and adaptability, with a focus on maintaining treatment records and educating patients. Candidates must have 0-6 months of related experience and be committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Zero to six months of related experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical patient care and administers treatment.
• Evaluates patients and plans appropriate treatments.
• Maintains and documents accurate treatment records.
• Attends continuing education activities and departmental meetings.
• Provides instruction to patients and healthcare providers.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication skills

Computer knowledge for data input

Ability to interpret professional documents

Adaptability

Job description

Job Summary

Provides clinical patient care by initiating and administering appropriate treatment, progressing patient treatment as appropriate, and carrying patient load that reflects productivity standards. Evaluates patients accurately. Plans appropriate treatment. Sets and meets functional goals. Revises and progresses treatment program as goals are met. Provides instruction (teaching) to patients and/or family members, as well as other healthcare providers.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides clinical patient care by initiating and administering appropriate treatment, progressing patient treatment as appropriate and carrying patient load that reflects productivity standards.
• Evaluates patient accurately.
• Plans appropriate treatment.
• Sets and meets functional goals.
• Revises and progresses treatment program as goals are met.
• Provides documentation by maintaining appropriate treatment records, completing accurate daily patient charges.
• Completes patient records in a timely (same day) time frame.
• Accurately reflects in patient charges the time spent and procedures performed as well as equipment used.
• Maintains technical expertise through attendance and participation in continuing education activities; departmental in-services, keeping abreast of technical advances.
• Attends 90% of scheduled in-services and departmental meetings, patient/family.
• Provides instruction (teaching) to patients and/or family members, as well as other healthcare providers.
• Follows care path guidelines for patient/family education and documentation of home programs.
• Follows set guidelines for daily operations and assists (in‑charge) therapist with daily responsibilities as appropriate.
• Schedules and prioritizes daily work assignments.
• Delegates, as appropriate, patients to RPTA or other support personnel.
• Assists with P.T. observers, volunteers, and students as requested by (in‑charge) therapist.
• Assists with training of new P.T. employees.
• Decision Making: The carrying out of non‑routine procedures under constantly changing conditions, in conformance with general instructions from supervisor.
• Coordinates activities of others (does not supervise).
• Leads others in same work performed (does not supervise).
• Has input on performance evaluations but does not prepare or give.
• Works directly with patients and/or customers.
• Works with internal customers via telephone or face‑to‑face interaction.
• Works with external customers via telephone or face‑to‑face interaction.
• Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

Required Skills & Experience

• Zero (0) – six (6) months of related experience.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients and families.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to use computers, basic computer knowledge, as needed for data input and reporting.
• Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Effective reasoning ability and ability to be adaptable.
• JobDiva # 26-07517 (M)

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top‑notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.