Travel Physical Therapist - Weekly Pay

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) to evaluate, develop, and implement patient care plans in an acute care setting. The role includes supervising PTAs, documenting care, and ensuring compliance with PT regulations.

You will collaborate with medical personnel to create team-based care plans, assess patient needs, adjust plans as needed, and understand adaptive equipment. Proficiency with medical terminology and EMR systems is expected.

Qualifications

• Current BLS certification and state-specific PT license.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Experience supervising PTAs and support staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise PTAs and support staff.
• Bill and document patient care following facility and insurance guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state PT board regulations.
• Collaborate with medical personnel to create team-based care plans.
• Assess patient needs, modify plans as necessary, and evaluate progress.
• Understand adaptive equipment and medical terminology.
• Utilize computer systems for documentation and communication.

Skills

BLS certification

State PT license

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Role: Travel Physical Therapist (PT) responsible for evaluating, developing, and implementing patient care plans in an acute care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise PTAs and support staff.
• Bill and document patient care following facility and insurance guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with state-specific PT board regulations.
• Collaborate with medical personnel to create team-based care plans.
• Assess patient needs, modify plans as necessary, and evaluate progress.
• Understand adaptive equipment and medical terminology.
• Utilize computer systems for documentation and communication.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 6 months of experience (new grads encouraged to apply).
• Current BLS certification and state-specific license.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lean for extended periods.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Additional Details: The role involves 8-hour day shifts, with a focus on team collaboration and high-quality patient care. Certifications beyond BLS may be required prior to assignment.