Contract Physical Therapist (PT) 13-Week Travel Assignment, Westford, MA

Ref #: C-PT-9092885

Location: Westford, MA
Start: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: Sun–Sat, 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
Type: Contract / Travel
Rate: Travel $2,317 / 35 hrs; Local $2,282 / 35 hrs

Requirements

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

Core Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical assessments, review medical history, and coordinate with the care team to determine patient needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable rehabilitation goals.
• Design and progress therapeutic exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
• Use manual therapy techniques (joint mobilization, soft tissue work, manual stretching) to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Apply modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold) as indicated for pain control and tissue healing.
• Instruct and fit patients on assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs) to maximize safe mobility.
• Create and teach personalized home exercise programs; educate patients and families on condition management, body mechanics, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Implement pain management strategies using therapeutic exercise, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Support patients in regaining independence post-surgery, injury, or illness.
• Continuously assess and document patient progress; modify treatment plans based on outcomes.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient records (assessments, treatments, progress notes, condition changes).
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Adhere to legal, ethical, and confidentiality standards; obtain informed consent.
• Provide culturally sensitive care tailored to diverse patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.