Physical Therapist: Hands-on Care + Growth Path

Adept Nursing & Rehab of South Sioux City; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adept Nursing & Rehab of South Sioux City in Nebraska seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients, develop plans of care, and guide staff in evidence-based treatments.

You will collaborate with physicians, document progress, educate families, and ensure compliance with CNRS policies while maintaining patient confidentiality. The role requires strong clinical judgment, physical stamina, and ongoing education to maintain high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Physical Therapist in Nebraska.
• Experience in inpatient or rehabilitation settings preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assure the quality of patient care, evaluation and treatment programs by providing hands on assessment, treatment, and direction to subordinate staff on matters of treatment.
• Evaluate patients using appropriate Physical Therapy Techniques.
• Develop and implement patient plan of care and goals using appropriate PT skills, and reviewing and revising the program as progress indicates.
• Actively listen to patient and family concerns when modifying treatment plans.
• Be able to provide patient care during scheduled hours as assigned by a supervisor.
• Educate and motivate patients and families to learn and improve functional activities.
• Document progress, discharge summaries, home programs, and other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Confer with physicians and other staff members to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment plans.
• Maintain patient and family confidentiality at all times.
• Participate in continuing education activities and obtain required contact hours.
• Appropriately utilize Physical Therapist Aides to assist with patient care.
• All job duties considered essential to job performance.
• Additional job duties as assigned. Adherence to CNRS Policies
• Demonstrate positive rapport with staff members, developing positive employee relations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
• Take direction and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Follow CNRS policies and procedures, including safety processes.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Nebraska PT license

Job description

Adept Nursing & Rehab of South Sioux City in Nebraska seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients, develop plans of care, and guide staff in evidence-based treatments.

You will collaborate with physicians, document progress, educate families, and ensure compliance with CNRS policies while maintaining patient confidentiality. The role requires strong clinical judgment, physical stamina, and ongoing education to maintain high standards of care.