Senior Physical Therapist – SNF Rehab & Patient Wellness

Recover-Care Heartland; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Recover-Care Heartland is seeking a Physical Therapist to develop individualized therapy programs, perform assessments, and implement treatment plans for patients in a skilled nursing facility. You will collaborate with health professionals to maximize functional progress and ensure high-quality care.

The role emphasizes documentation, plan updates, and ongoing professional development while maintaining regulatory and safety standards. Travel may be required to fulfill duties.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate).
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Ability to provide direct patient care within SNF standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and evaluates functional needs and outcomes.
• Designs and implements a plan of care based on assessment with involvement of significant others.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs support staff to achieve patient goals.
• Communicates effectively with staff to improve patient outcomes.
• Documents evaluations, treatment goals and plans; updates records as needed.
• Keeps up to date through education and clinical workshops.

Skills

Patient care

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Travel as needed

Education

PT degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate)

State Physical Therapy License

Job description

Recover-Care Heartland is seeking a Physical Therapist to develop individualized therapy programs, perform assessments, and implement treatment plans for patients in a skilled nursing facility. You will collaborate with health professionals to maximize functional progress and ensure high-quality care.

The role emphasizes documentation, plan updates, and ongoing professional development while maintaining regulatory and safety standards. Travel may be required to fulfill duties.