Physical Therapist PRN

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) with Employer Match

Educational Support

Accident Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist in Tucson, Arizona, to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This role involves establishing individualized goals, providing treatments, and reassessing patient progress accurately.

The ideal candidate will hold a Doctorate in Physical Therapy and possess a PT license in Arizona. The position offers a flexible PRN schedule with various benefits including medical, dental, and educational support.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans.

Skills

Physical therapy evaluations

Therapeutic treatments

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Benefits

• 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!

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, 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.