Physical Therapist PRN

Northwest Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer rehabilitative therapies under physician guidance. The role requires flexibility to cover weekdays, weekends, and holidays, with a minimum of two weekend days per month.

The Physical Therapist will document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information; educate patients and families; operate therapy equipment safely; and collaborate with physicians and the care

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of PT experience in a clinical setting.
• PT license in the state of employment.
• BCLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Strong documentation and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough PT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer therapy and document all interventions.
• Reassess and adjust treatment plans as patients progress.
• Document evaluations, plans, progress notes, and billing information clearly.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and post-treatment care.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized therapy environments.
• Collaborate with referring physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Demonstrate competencies across diverse patient populations.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and infection control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

PT experience (0-2 years)

Patient education

Documentation

Safety compliance

Job description

Physical Therapist

Position Type: PRN; may cover weekdays, weekends and holidays. Minimum PRN requirements are: coverage of at least 2 weekend days per month.

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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