Contract Travel Physical Therapist (PT) — 13-Week Assignment, PA

Ref #: C-PT-9023756

Type: Contract/Travel
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 08:00 AM–04:30 PM (35 hours/week)
Rate: Travel: $1,505/35-hours; Local: $1,484/35-hours

Requirements:

• Active, valid Pennsylvania Physical Therapy license
• Current CPR and BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross) with AED

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical assessments and review medical histories to determine patient needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with specific, measurable rehabilitation goals.
• Design and implement therapeutic exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
• Deliver manual therapy (joint mobilization, soft tissue techniques, stretching) to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Apply physical modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold) as indicated to manage pain and promote healing.
• Instruct and fit patients on assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs) to maximize safe mobility.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, body mechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Implement pain-management strategies using therapeutic exercises, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Facilitate rehabilitation to restore independence after surgery, injury, or illness.
• Monitor, document, and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and outcomes.
• Communicate and coordinate care with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other team members.
• Provide clear home exercise programs to support continued recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient records (assessments, treatments, progress notes, condition changes).
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards, including patient confidentiality and informed consent.
• Provide culturally sensitive care and accommodate diverse patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.