PT - Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing - Home Health

sanford; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Continuing education support

Clinical mentorship

Education programs

Direct earnings access

Benefits package

Job summary

Sanford Health Beatrice Good Samaritan facility is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitative care. Workday shifts in Beatrice, with 20 hours per week and a schedule that may be flexible Monday through Friday. The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, patient education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

New grads welcomed! Competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a robust benefits package are offered to support your development and daily

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as Physical Therapist.
• BLS certification required or within 60 days of employment.
• Valid driver's license may be required depending on facility needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and deliver PT programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Evaluate patients and adjust treatment plans based on progress.
• Educate patients and families on exercises and home programs.

Skills

BLS certification

Physiotherapy excellence

Education

Physical Therapist license

Job description

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Compensation:

Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At our Beatrice Good Samaritan facility, we are more than a workplace-we're neighbors caring for neighbors. Our team takes pride in building real relationships with residents and families while creating a warm, supportive environment where people feel known, respected, and encouraged every day. We are one of the larger, rural locations in the area that offers a unique blend of skilled rehabilitation and long-term care. We also provide Home Health to our surrounding area to ensure the continuum of care is complete.

New grads welcomed!

What You'll Treat

• Orthopedic conditions
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Neurological diagnoses
• Balance and fall prevention
• General deconditioning and weakness
• Chronic disease management
• Long-term care and skilled nursing residents
• Home health patients (if applicable)

What Makes This Team Special

• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
• Supportive leadership and clinical resources
• Opportunities for mentorship and growth
• Flexible scheduling options (position permitting)
• Focus on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Meaningful relationships with patients and families

What's In It For You

• Competitive compensation
• Advancement opportunities
• Continuing education support
• Clinical mentorship and development
• Various education assistance programs
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults

Schedule Details

• Part-time, 20 hours per week
• Monday - Friday (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible)
• Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.

Summary

Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions clients/patients/residents who are affected by injury or disease.

Job Description

Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, companies/contractual partners, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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