Travel Physical Therapist (PT) — Westford, MA | 14-Week Contract, Competitive Travel Pay

Ref #: C-PT-9119585

Join a 14-week contract in Westford, MA, starting ASAP. Full-time schedule: Sun–Sat, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Compensation: Travel $2,317/35 hrs; Local $2,282/35 hrs.

Requirements:

• Active, valid Physical Therapy license for the state.
• Current CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross (AED included).

Core responsibilities:

• Perform thorough physical assessments, review medical histories, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to clarify patient needs.
• Create individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable rehabilitation goals.
• Design and deliver customized exercise programs to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination.
• Apply manual therapy (joint mobilization, soft tissue techniques, therapeutic stretching) to enhance mobility and reduce pain.
• Utilize modalities—ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold therapy—to manage pain, inflammation, and tissue healing.
• Train patients in safe use of assistive devices (crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs) to maximize mobility and independence.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, injury prevention, body mechanics, and ergonomics.
• Implement pain management strategies combining therapeutic exercise, modalities, and manual techniques.
• Support patients’ return to independence following surgery, injury, or illness, monitoring functional progress and adjusting plans accordingly.
• Provide personalized home exercise programs and document instructions for continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of assessments, treatments, progress notes, and any changes in condition.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other providers to coordinate care.
• Uphold legal and ethical standards, including confidentiality and informed consent, and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in patient interactions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

This opportunity offers hands-on practice in a collaborative setting focused on patient-centered rehabilitation.