Weekend Physical Therapist: Geriatric Rehab & Mobility

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

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.