Physical Therapist Outpatient PRN

Community Health Systems; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO & Sick Time

401(k) Match

Student Loan Repayment

Educational Support

Licensure Reimbursement

Career Advancement

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Referral Bonus

Recognition Programs

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Physical Therapist for PRN outpatient coverage. The role evaluates and treats patients, develops individualized plans, and reassesses progress, with documentation of all care and outcomes. Requires a DPT and an active state PT license, plus BCLS within 30 days of hire.

Experience range 0–2 years; flexible schedule varies by patient needs. You will deliver safe, effective therapy, collaborate with referring physicians, and contribute to a patient-centered

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) required.
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.
• PT license in the state of employment required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer safe and effective therapy treatments with proper documentation.
• Reassess and adjust treatment plans as patient progress dictates.
• Document evaluations, plans, progress notes, and billing information accurately.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and home exercise programs.
• Operate therapy equipment safely and maintain a clean environment.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Demonstrate competent care for diverse patient demographics.

Education

DPT (Doctorate in Physical Therapy)

PT license in the state of employment

BCLS certification

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

• My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
• Benefit eligible Physical Therapists are eligible for up to $10,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.

Schedule:PRN Outpatient PT, as needed, schedule varies

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) required
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Licenses and Certifications

• PT - Physical Therapist license in the state of employment required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

Essential Functions

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.