Travel Physical Therapist (PT) — 13-Week Contract in Mount Olive, NC | Competitive 36-hr Travel Pay

Ref #: C-PT-9078039

Location: Mount Olive, NC
Type: Contract/Travel — 13 weeks, start ASAP
Schedule: Sun–Sat, 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
Rate: Travel $2,257 / 36 hrs; Local $2,225 / 36 hrs

Overview:
We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a 13-week contract in Mount Olive, NC. The clinician will provide patient-centered assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation services across a diverse caseload, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to support safe, effective recovery and functional independence.

Required qualifications:

• Current, active Physical Therapy state license
• CPR and BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (including AED)

Key responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive evaluations, review medical histories, and coordinate with healthcare colleagues to determine patient needs and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable rehabilitation objectives.
• Prescribe and progress therapeutic exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
• Provide manual therapy (joint mobilization, soft tissue techniques, therapeutic stretching) to enhance mobility and reduce pain.
• Utilize modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, thermotherapy/cryotherapy) to manage pain, inflammation, and tissue healing.
• Instruct and train patients in the safe use of assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs).
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, body mechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Develop and oversee pain-management strategies incorporating exercises, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Facilitate patient independence following surgery, injury, or illness to improve quality of life.
• Monitor and document patient progress, revise plans of care as indicated, and maintain accurate clinical records (assessments, treatment notes, and changes in condition).
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Deliver culturally sensitive care, obtain informed consent, and adhere to legal and ethical standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

We welcome clinicians committed to evidence-based practice, clear documentation, and collaborative care.