Physical Therapist (PT)

Taphealthcare; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Healthcare Solutions in Sierra Vista, AZ is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality rehabilitation services, focusing on mobility and daily function within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate holds an accredited PT degree, active AZ license, and BLS certification, with rehabilitation or acute-care experience and strong assessment skills.

You will evaluate patients, develop individualized plans, and apply evidence-based interventions to support recovery and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Active Arizona PT license.
• BLS certification.
• Experience in rehabilitation or acute-care setting.
• Strong knowledge of PT assessment, planning, and interventions.
• Ability to evaluate mobility, strength, balance, and functional needs.
• Experience developing individualized PT treatment plans.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem solving.
• Excellent communication with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate, evidence-based rehabilitation care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to improve mobility.
• Ensure safe and compassionate patient care.

Skills

PT assessment

Treatment planning

Therapeutic interventions

Communication

Collaboration

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Mobility assessment

Balance assessment

Functional assessment

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Arizona PT license

BLS certification

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to provide high-quality rehabilitation and therapeutic services in Sierra Vista, Arizona. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping patients restore mobility, improve physical function, manage pain, and regain independence.

The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional impairments, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support recovery and rehabilitation.

Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, this individual will play an essential role in improving patient mobility, functional outcomes, and overall quality of life.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a licensed Physical Therapist with rehabilitation or acute-care experience to apply their clinical expertise while making a meaningful difference in patients' recovery journeys.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current, active Physical Therapist (PT) license in Arizona
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Previous professional experience in a rehabilitation or acute-care setting
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Ability to evaluate patient mobility, strength, balance, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs
• Experience developing and implementing individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based rehabilitation care

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience providing Physical Therapy services in an acute-care hospital or inpatient rehabilitation environment
• Experience treating patients recovering from orthopedic surgery, neurological conditions, injuries, or complex medical illnesses
• Familiarity with therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance rehabilitation, and functional mobility interventions
• Experience conducting comprehensive functional assessments and establishing measurable rehabilitation goals
• Knowledge of discharge planning, patient education, and continuity-of-care coordination
• Experience working with medically complex patients or individuals requiring intensive rehabilitation
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and physical therapy documentation requirements
• Strong ability to manage multiple patient care priorities while maintaining high clinical standards

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed Physical Therapist who has graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program, maintains current BLS certification, and possesses professional rehabilitation or acute-care experience.

Candidates should demonstrate strong clinical assessment skills, sound therapeutic judgment, and the ability to develop individualized treatment plans that address patient mobility, functional limitations, and rehabilitation goals.

Professionals with previous experience in inpatient rehabilitation, acute-care physical therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, or neurological recovery will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity.

The strongest applicants will be comfortable evaluating patients with varying levels of medical complexity, implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support safe and effective recovery.

Successful candidates will demonstrate clinical confidence, adaptability, compassionate communication, and a commitment to improving patient independence and quality of life.

Compensation

$104,000 – $124,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's additional physical therapy expertise, rehabilitation or acute-care experience, specialized clinical qualifications, professional credentials, educational background, and overall alignment with the position.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

At Tap Healthcare Solutions, we recognize the essential role Physical Therapists play in helping patients regain mobility, restore independence, and improve their overall quality of life. Their clinical expertise, individualized treatment approaches, and commitment to functional recovery make them invaluable members of the rehabilitation and healthcare teams.

This opportunity in Sierra Vista, Arizona, offers an experienced Physical Therapist the chance to apply specialized rehabilitation skills, work with diverse patient populations, and contribute to meaningful patient outcomes while earning competitive compensation.

Our team will support you throughout the hiring process with clear communication, personalized attention, and a candidate-focused approach. We'll help ensure this opportunity aligns with your physical therapy experience, professional licensure, preferred clinical environment, compensation expectations, and long-term career goals, helping you pursue a position where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a meaningful difference.