Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Atlanta, GA

Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner, including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines. Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations as assigned.

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Monday–Wednesday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tuesday–Thursday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, Friday 7:00 AM–1:00 PM | Onsite | 13-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction.
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner, including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines.
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs are designed to support effective return to community activities.
• Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations as assigned.
• Adhere to discipline-specific state practice acts and regulatory agency requirements, maintaining professional licensure in good standing and completing all state-mandated continuing education requirements.
• Participate in organizational performance improvement initiatives and contribute feedback through staff meetings, focus groups, or direct supervision to maximize quality outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of Georgia.
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans with appropriate clinical reasoning.
• Proficiency in medical record documentation in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines.
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling and infection control practices.
• Ability to adhere to professional codes of conduct and maintain ethical practice standards.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supervising or mentoring physical therapy students in a clinical setting.
• Active involvement in continuing education and professional development activities.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a structured outpatient orthopedic setting with a consistent schedule and a defined 13-week contract engagement.
• Join a team that prioritizes patient safety, professional growth, and a collaborative clinical environment.