Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in St. Louis, MO

Complete all medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner including daily notes, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, discharge documentation, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines. Coordinate discharge planning activities including equipment trialing and ordering, patient and family training, home exercise program issuance, and planning for continuing services.

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Missouri

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and under physician direction.
• Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions effectively, ensuring the plan of care is communicated, progressed, and aligned with established discharge goals throughout the length of stay.
• Complete all medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner including daily notes, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, discharge documentation, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines.
• Coordinate discharge planning activities including equipment trialing and ordering, patient and family training, home exercise program issuance, and planning for continuing services.
• Participate in student programs as assigned, providing appropriate supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations.
• Actively engage in professional development through continuing education, self-study, and involvement in professional organizations and community advocacy efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist licensure in good standing in the state of Missouri.
• Adherence to the state Physical Therapy Practice Act and all applicable regulatory agency requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop clinically reasoned treatment plans.
• Competency 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.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working in an inpatient rehabilitation or acute care hospital setting.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary team collaboration and discharge planning processes.
• Experience supervising or mentoring Physical Therapy students in a clinical setting.

Why Join Us

• Join a team that prioritizes patient safety, quality of care, and a collaborative work environment focused on meaningful patient outcomes.
• Opportunity to contribute to professional advocacy, community engagement, and ongoing performance improvement initiatives.