Weekend Physical Therapist (2 days/month minimum)

Hillcrest Health & Living; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a Physical Therapist for Skilled Nursing Rehab across Bellevue, Papillion, and Millard locations. The role emphasizes evaluating patients, planning care, and guiding rehab to improve mobility and independence.

New graduates are welcome; Nebraska licensure, BLS, and strong teamwork are valued in a fast-paced SNF setting with focus on safe transitions and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program and eligible for Nebraska licensure.
• Active Physical Therapist license in Nebraska or a compact state is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform PT evaluations using tests and measures to establish plans of care.
• Provide interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.
• Educate patients and families with effective, culturally sensitive communication.
• Document and bill accurately to support therapy services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and therapy team members to support care plans.
• Coordinate safe transitions within Hillcrest service lines and supervise support staff as appropriate.
• Identify patients who may benefit from additional services and perform screenings.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Organization

English proficiency

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Nebraska PT license or compact state

BLS certification

Job description

Physical Therapist – Skilled Nursing Rehab

Service Line: Hillcrest Rehab Facilities – servicing multiple locations within Bellevue, Papillion, and Millard

Schedule: Weekend | Minimum of 2 days per month

Hillcrest Rehab Services provides therapy support across Hillcrest Health & Living’s skilled nursing communities, including post-acute rehabilitation, short-term recovery, and long-term care. Physical Therapists play an important role in helping patients improve mobility, strength, balance, pain management, safety, and independence.

Working closely with onsite clinical teams, Physical Therapists create individualized plans of care that help patients recover after illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization while supporting greater confidence, function, and quality of life.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. We are looking for a Physical Therapist who values clinical excellence, teamwork, and meaningful patient relationships.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities

• Complete physical therapy evaluations using appropriate tests and measures to establish timely plans of care.
• Provide treatment interventions that support mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, gait, transfers, and functional independence.
• Progress treatment plans using evidence-based guidelines, reimbursement requirements, and patient goals.
• Educate patients and family members using effective, culturally sensitive communication that considers individual cognitive needs.
• Complete accurate documentation and charging to support therapy services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners to support each patient’s care plan.
• Plan safe and effective transitions within or outside Hillcrest service lines, including recommended services, equipment needs, and handoff communication.
• Supervise, collaborate with, and delegate appropriate tasks to Physical Therapist Assistants, technicians, and support personnel in accordance with regulations.
• Identify patients who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services and complete screenings as needed.
• Manage an efficient patient schedule while considering safety, preferences, environmental needs, and productivity expectations.
• Identify risks related to patient care, infection control, equipment, documentation, and safety, then take appropriate action.
• 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 independence.

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

Experienced PTs will also find meaningful opportunities to apply advanced clinical judgment, mentor others, help guide care transitions, and make a lasting impact on patient outcomes.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A passion for helping patients regain mobility, confidence, and independence.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with patients, 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.
• Previous experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, hospital, home health, outpatient, or a similar setting is 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.

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.

Ready to Help Patients Move Forward?

If you are a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping people regain mobility, confidence, and independence, we invite you to apply for the Physical Therapist – Skilled Nursing Rehab role.

Join Hillcrest Rehab Services and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through compassionate care, clinical teamwork, and meaningful rehabilitation.