Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT)
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Nursing
1 Dawn Hill Rd, Bristol, RI 02809

Full-Time: $48+/hour
PRN: $55+/hour

Join a Rehab Team Where Your Clinical Judgment Matters

Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Nursing is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehab department in Bristol, RI.

This is a great opportunity for a therapist who enjoys working with older adults, values clinical autonomy, and wants to be part of a stable, collaborative team focused on meaningful functional outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay starting at $48+/hour full-time

• $55+/hour PRN

• $4,000 sign-on bonus

• Health, dental, and vision benefits

• Paid time off

• Flexible full-time scheduling options

• Consistent skilled nursing caseload

• Supportive rehab and interdisciplinary team

• Opportunity for professional growth and clinical leadership

• Opportunity to participate in the development of Dawn Hill’s cardiac rehabilitation specialty program

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized physical therapy plans of care

• Provide skilled interventions addressing mobility, balance, strength, endurance, pain, fall risk, and functional independence

• Progress residents toward meaningful short- and long-term functional goals

• Supervise and collaborate with PTA staff as appropriate

• Complete accurate, timely, and defensible clinical documentation

• Collaborate with nursing, rehab, providers, and the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated care

• Educate residents, families, and staff regarding mobility, transfers, safety, equipment, and therapeutic exercise

• Participate in discharge planning and recommend appropriate equipment and services for safe transitions

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

• Active Rhode Island Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure

• Long-term care, skilled nursing, or geriatric experience preferred, but not required

• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills

• Commitment to resident-centered care and functional outcomes

• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Dawn Hill?

At Dawn Hill, therapists are part of the clinical team—not just a service department. You’ll work in an environment where your recommendations are valued, collaboration is encouraged, and your work has a direct impact on resident mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Whether you are an experienced SNF therapist or looking to grow your career in post-acute care, you’ll have the support and opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Apply Today

If you’re looking for a stable rehab setting with strong leadership, a consistent caseload, and the opportunity to grow clinically, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dawn Hill Home for Rehab and Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.