Contract Physical Therapist (PT) – Eatontown, NJ (13-week Travel Assignment)

Ref #: C-PT-9016405

Location: Eatontown, NJ
Profession: Physical Therapist
Job Type: Contract/Travel
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
Rate: Travel: $2,182 / 36 hours; Local: $2,149 / 36 hours

Requirements:

• Valid, active Physical Therapy state license.
• CPR and BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross (with AED).

Key responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical assessments and review medical histories to determine patient needs.
• Develop and document individualized treatment plans with measurable rehabilitation goals.
• Design and implement exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
• Apply manual therapy (joint mobilization, soft tissue techniques, manual stretching) to restore mobility and reduce pain.
• Use therapeutic modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold) as indicated.
• Instruct and train patients in safe use of assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs).
• Provide patient and family education on diagnoses, treatment plans, body mechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Establish pain management strategies, incorporating therapeutic exercises, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Facilitate functional recovery and independence after surgery, injury, or illness.
• Monitor and document patient progress; adjust treatment plans based on outcomes.
• Communicate and collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Create and prescribe home exercise programs to support continued recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of assessments, treatments, progress notes, and changes in condition.
• Follow legal, ethical, and confidentiality standards; obtain informed consent.
• Provide culturally sensitive care and adapt approaches to diverse patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.