Physical Therapist

Good Shepherd; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time & Per Diem opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Supportive rehabilitation environment

Interdisciplinary care approach

Relationship building with residents &

Job summary

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community in Blair, NE is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join the rehabilitation team in full-time or per diem capacity. You will work closely with residents, families, nursing staff, and physicians to provide resident-centered care.

Qualifications include a DPT/PT degree and Nebraska PT license. New graduates are welcome. The role emphasizes improving mobility, independence, and quality of life in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• DPT or PT degree from an accredited program.
• Current Nebraska Physical Therapist license in good standing.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with older adults and varying levels of ability.
• Experience in skilled nursing, senior living, rehab, geriatrics (preferred but not required).
• New graduates with appropriate licensure are welcome to apply.
• Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' physical function, mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations.
• Develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on clinical needs, goals, and function.
• Provide skilled interventions to improve strength, balance, endurance, mobility, and independence.
• Perform gait, transfer training, therapeutic exercises, and functional mobility training.
• Assess and recommend assistive devices and mobility strategies.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home programs.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other rehab professionals.
• Participate in care planning, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per policies and regulations.
• Promote safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Organization

Time management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

DPT or PT degree

Nebraska PT license

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Full-Time & Per Diem

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community
2242 Wright Street
Blair, NE 68008

Join Our Rehabilitation Team!

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team in Full-Time or Per Diem capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated therapist who is passionate about helping residents improve their mobility, strength, balance, functional independence, and overall quality of life.

Our Physical Therapists work closely with residents, families, nursing staff, physicians, and other rehabilitation professionals to provide individualized, resident-centered care in a supportive community environment.

Position Options

• Full-Time Physical Therapist

• Per Diem Physical Therapist

• Flexible scheduling opportunities available for qualified candidates

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents' physical function, mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations.

• Develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on each resident's clinical needs, goals, and level of function.

• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve strength, balance, coordination, endurance, mobility, and functional independence.

• Perform gait training, transfer training, therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility training.

• Assess and recommend appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, and mobility strategies.

• Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers regarding exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, safety, and home recommendations.

• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Participate in care planning, interdisciplinary meetings, discharge planning, and other clinical activities as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.

• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life throughout the rehabilitation process.

• Maintain professional standards and comply with applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Bachelor's/Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current Nebraska Physical Therapist license in good standing.

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Ability to work effectively with older adults and individuals with varying levels of physical and functional ability.

• Experience in skilled nursing, senior living, rehabilitation, geriatrics, or a similar setting is preferred but not required.

• New graduates with appropriate licensure are welcome to apply.

• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

Why Join Good Shepherd Lutheran Community?

• Full-time and per diem opportunities

• Flexible scheduling options

• Supportive and collaborative rehabilitation environment

• Interdisciplinary approach to resident care

• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and families

• Focus on quality, compassionate, resident-centered care

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' mobility and independence

• Competitive compensation

Make a Difference Every Day

At Good Shepherd Lutheran Community, our rehabilitation team plays an important role in helping residents achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life. If you are a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping others reach their functional goals and thrive in a supportive care environment, we would love to hear from you!