Documentation, Functional Analysis, Functional Programming Languages, Insurance, Medical Billing, Medical Records, Medical Writing, Mentoring, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Safety, Performance Management, Physical Therapy, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Standards, Time Management, Treatment Plan
Job Title
Physical Therapist – Outpatient
LocationPennsylvania
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Days | Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–7:00 PM (10-hour shifts); Tuesday–Friday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM (some flexibility) | 13-week assignment with option to extend
Key Responsibilities- Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in alignment with patient needs, goals, and physician direction.
- Delegate and direct all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs support effective return to community activities.
- 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.
- Ensure all care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals as required for patient care.
- 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 Act and all applicable regulatory requirements; actively pursue professional development through continuing education and professional activities.
Required Qualifications- Active Physical Therapist license in good standing in the state of Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of 1 year of outpatient physical therapy experience required.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement evidence-based, patient-centered treatment plans and goals.
- Proficiency in clinical documentation, goal writing, and compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Commitment to patient and employee safety standards and safe patient handling practices.
Preferred Experience / Skills- Experience supervising or mentoring physical therapy students in a clinical setting.
- Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and quality improvement initiatives in an outpatient environment.
- Active involvement in professional organizations or ongoing continuing education beyond state-mandated requirements.
Why Join Us- Join a supportive outpatient therapy team with a strong focus on patient safety, quality care, and professional growth.
- Contract opportunity with the potential to extend, offering flexibility and valuable clinical experience in an outpatient setting.
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing