Physical Therapist - SNF

Hillcrest Health & Living; Hillcrest (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue, NE is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and work with an interdisciplinary team to restore mobility and independence.

The role emphasizes evidence-based care, patient and family education, accurate documentation, and collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and therapy assistants to support safe transitions and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Active Nebraska license or a compact-state license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and create individualized plans of care to improve mobility and independence.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and functional independence.
• Educate residents and families on treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety strategies, and ongoing care recommendations.
• Document, code, and maintain timely clinical records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners to coordinate resident care.
• Assist with discharge planning, transitions between care settings, and supervision of therapy staff as appropriate.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Technology familiarity

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

Nebraska license or compact-state license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Physical Therapist – Hillcrest Health & Rehab

Location: 1702 Hillcrest Drive, Bellevue, NE 68005

Service Line: Hillcrest Rehab Services

Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team at Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue, NE.

Hillcrest Health & Rehab is Bellevue’s only skilled nursing facility, providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services in a warm, supportive setting. Our therapy team works closely with nursing, providers, residents, families, and interdisciplinary partners to help individuals regain strength, confidence, and independence.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. Whether you are a new graduate ready to begin your Physical Therapy career or an experienced clinician looking for a meaningful next step, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact every day.

What You’ll Do

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate residents and create individualized treatment plans that improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and support independence.

You will use evidence‑based treatment techniques while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to help residents achieve meaningful goals and experience the highest possible quality of life.

You Will

• Complete physical therapy evaluations using appropriate assessments and establish individualized plans of care.
• Provide evidence-based treatment interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and functional independence.
• Progress treatment plans based on resident needs, clinical findings, goals, and functional outcomes.
• Educate residents and family members on treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety strategies, equipment use, and recommendations for continued care.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation, coding, charging, and required clinical records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners to coordinate resident care.
• Assist with discharge planning, equipment recommendations, and transitions between care settings.
• Supervise, collaborate with, and delegate appropriate care to therapy assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and support staff in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Identify residents who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services.
• Manage an efficient resident schedule while considering safety, resident preferences, environmental needs, and productivity expectations.
• Maintain a strong focus on infection control, resident safety, equipment safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in professional development, clinical education, advocacy, presentations, or other activities that support the therapy profession.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a Physical Therapist who is clinically curious, compassionate, and committed to helping aging adults improve mobility, confidence, and quality of life.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. This role is a strong opportunity for an early‑career PT who wants hands‑on experience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the chance to build clinical confidence in a supportive rehabilitation setting.

Experienced Physical Therapists will also find meaningful opportunities to bring advanced clinical judgment, mentor others, support care transitions, and make a lasting impact on resident outcomes.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A passion for helping residents improve mobility, regain confidence, and live as independently as possible.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with residents, families, providers, and team members.
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow within a collaborative therapy environment.
• Strong clinical judgment or the desire to build it through mentorship and experience.
• Ability to stay organized, complete accurate documentation, and manage competing priorities.
• A calm, flexible, and professional approach in changing or stressful situations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high‑quality, resident‑centered care.
• Comfort using technology and clinical resources efficiently and effectively.
• ABPTS clinical specialty certification in geriatric, orthopedic, or neurological physical therapy welcomed but not required.

Education & Credentials

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
• Active Physical Therapist license in Nebraska or a compact state required.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.

Why Hillcrest?

At Hillcrest Health & Rehab, rehabilitation is about more than treatment sessions. It is about helping residents rebuild confidence, restore routines, and safely return to the activities that give their lives meaning.

As a Physical Therapist, your work will directly impact residents’ mobility, safety, independence, and quality of life. You will be part of a collaborative team that recognizes every milestone and supports residents through each stage of recovery.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, and movement as needed.
• Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Other duties as assigned.