Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $55 to $60 per hour in Jefferson City, MO

Physical Therapist
Location: Jefferson City, MO
Agency: Annashae
Pay: $55 to $60 per hour
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Start Date: 9/1/2026

About the Position

We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide services at a Medicare-certified residential facility supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. The facility is committed to improving quality of life by promoting health and safety, community participation, independent living skills, and meaningful employment opportunities.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will:

• Conduct patient screenings, evaluations, assessments, and reassessments.
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, functional independence, and overall quality of life.
• Recommend and support the use of adaptive equipment and assistive devices.
• Follow physician orders, facility policies and procedures, Department Operation Regulations, and applicable Intermediate Care Facility guidelines.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record system.
• Communicate regularly with individuals, supervisors, co-workers, and the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Observe and report changes in an individual’s physical condition, behavior, or response to treatment.
• Assist individuals in developing functional skills related to self-care, mobility, recreation, socialization, and daily living activities.
• Plan, organize, and adapt therapeutic activities according to each individual’s needs.
• Provide guidance or supervision to therapy aides or subordinate therapy personnel when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Active Missouri Physical Therapist license.
• Current knowledge of physical therapy principles, procedures, treatment techniques, and therapeutic equipment.
• Ability to independently conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, provide interventions, and complete required documentation.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, long-term care patients, or residential facility populations is preferred.

Benefits

1. Candidates who are in the process of obtaining a Missouri license may also be considered.
2. Interested candidates may submit their updated résumé, Missouri license status, availability, and preferred hourly rate for consideration.