Physical Therapist (PT)

premierburlington; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house rehabilitation team

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation and benefits

New graduates welcome to apply

Job summary

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team in Burlington, Vermont. You will deliver patient-centered evaluations and individualized treatment plans to promote mobility, independence and safety.

Qualified candidates hold a current Vermont PT license and have strong clinical and communication skills. Experience in SNF or long-term care is preferred, and Net Health experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current and Vermont Physical Therapist license.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Familiarity with Net Health documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and interpret results.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on orders and goals.
• Provide interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance and functional independence.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers on treatment plans and safety.
• Document evaluations, treatments, progress and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Patient-centered care

Education

DPT / Physical Therapy degree

Tools

Net Health

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT) to join our in-house rehabilitation team in Burlington, Vermont.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, person-centered rehabilitation services to our residents and patients. You will work alongside an experienced clinical and interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment programs that promote mobility, independence, safety, and quality of life.

Pay: $42–$52 per hour

Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and interpret evaluation findings and test results.

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders, clinical findings, patient needs, and established goals.

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

• Create personalized rehabilitation programs to help patients achieve their functional goals and maximize independence.

• Provide medically necessary physical therapy treatments in accordance with the established plan of care.

• Monitor patient responses to treatment and modify treatment approaches as clinically appropriate.

• Establish and update individualized goals based on patient progress and clinical findings.

• Educate patients, residents, families, and caregivers on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, safety, mobility strategies, and techniques to promote independence.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy team members, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to promote coordinated, high-quality patient care.

• Communicate changes in patient condition, progress, and treatment needs to appropriate members of the healthcare team.

• Complete accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, goals, and discharge planning.

• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, professional standards, facility policies, and procedures.

• Attend required meetings and participate in other duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

Physical Therapist Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.

• Current and valid Physical Therapist license in Vermont.

• Must be in good standing with applicable licensing and regulatory agencies.

• Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) or long-term care setting preferred.

• Strong knowledge of physical therapy treatment practices, techniques, and rehabilitation interventions.

• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with residents and patients with a variety of needs and abilities.

• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

• Familiarity with electronic therapy documentation systems, including Net Health, preferred.

Why Join Premier Rehab & Healthcare at Burlington?

• Full-Time opportunity

• $42–$52 per hour

• In-house rehabilitation team

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Flexible scheduling

• Supportive, collaborative clinical environment

• Person-centered approach to rehabilitation

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and patients

• New graduates are welcome to apply