Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Elizabeth City, NC

Completes 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. Key Responsibilities Completes comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction.

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

NC | Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | 40 hours/week | Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM; Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Minimum 12 weeks

Key Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction
• Completes 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
• Delegates and directs all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring design of functional treatment programs that support effective return to community activities
• Participates in student programs as assigned, providing appropriate supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
• Adheres to discipline-specific State Practice Act and all applicable regulatory requirements; maintains professional licensure in good standing and fulfills all state-mandated continuing education requirements
• Promotes patient and employee safety through safe patient handling, materials handling, infection control, and adherence to all clinic safety policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in good standing (NC)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist
• Ability to complete documentation and goal writing in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines
• Commitment to maintaining professional licensure and completing all required continuing education

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in an outpatient therapy setting
• Familiarity with functional quality indicator assessments and letters of medical necessity
• Experience supervising or mentoring therapy students

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a structured outpatient environment with a strong emphasis on patient safety, professional development, and quality of care
• Supportive clinical culture that encourages continuing education, individualized professional growth planning, and active participation in performance improvement initiatives