Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Compensation: $40.82 – $51.03 per hour

Sign-On Bonus:

• $5,000 (1-year commitment)

• $10,000 (2-year commitment)

Relocation Assistance:

• $2,500 (1-year commitment)

• $5,000 (2-year commitment)

Housing: 3 months provided housing for relocating candidates.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing physical therapy services based on physician referrals and established clinical standards. This role ensures safe, effective patient care while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and mobility.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient functional abilities and determine therapy needs.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and goals.

• Monitor patient progress and modify care plans as needed.

• Document patient evaluations, treatments, and progress according to regulatory standards.

• Communicate patient progress with physicians, nurses, patients, and families.

• Educate patients and caregivers on therapy plans and recovery.

• Supervise PTAs, therapy technicians, and students as required.

• Participate in departmental meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program .

• Current or eligible Arizona Physical Therapist license .

• BLS certification required .

• Demonstrated clinical competency and patient care experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) .

• 1+ year of hospital or acute care experience .

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to relocate to Yuma, AZ .

• Candidates living 100+ miles from Onvida Health preferred (for relocation/housing eligibility).