Per Diem Physical Therapist (PT/RPT) for Assessments $85-$95 per visit (Lowell, Chelmsford, Bil[...]

BrightStar Care of Acton, Andover and Lowell; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Training & development

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

BrightStar Care of Acton–Andover–Lowell is seeking Per Diem Physical Therapists to complete assessment-only visits for skilled home health patients. This role is ideal for clinicians looking for flexible scheduling, meaningful one-on-one patient care, and limited ongoing treatment responsibilities.

This position offers per-visit compensation ranging from $65 to $90 based on experience, with the freedom to choose weekdays and/or weekends and travel within the local service area.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Active MA PT license.
• Experience in home health, skilled nursing, or sub-acute rehab preferred, not required.
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel within the local service area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments in accordance with physician orders and clinical guidelines.
• Evaluate patient functional abilities and determine care needs.
• Establish plan of care and provide appropriate clinical recommendations.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety, mobility, and home exercise strategies.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in compliance with state and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with nursing and care teams to support optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation accuracy

Communication skills

Travel within service area

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

BrightStar Care of Acton–Andover–Lowell is seeking Per Diem Physical Therapists (PT/RPT) to complete assessment-only visits for skilled home health patients. This role is ideal for clinicians looking for flexible scheduling, meaningful one-on-one patient care, and limited ongoing treatment responsibilities.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments in accordance with physician orders and clinical guidelines
• Evaluate patient functional abilities and determine care needs
• Establish plan of care and provide appropriate clinical recommendations
• Educate patients and caregivers on safety, mobility, and home exercise strategies
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in compliance with state and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with nursing and care teams to support optimal patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Active MA PT license.
• Experience in home health, skilled nursing, or sub-acute rehab preferred, not required
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and travel within the local service area

Schedule & Compensation

• Per Diem / Flexible hours ($65 to $90 per visit to client, based on experience)
• You choose your availability (weekdays and/or weekends)
• Competitive visit-based compensation

Why Join BrightStar Care?

• Supportive and clinician-led leadership team
• Flexible scheduling & trainings.