Long Term Care Physical Therapist

Long Term Care Physical Therapist Opportunity

Boost your impact and your joy at work as a Long Term Care Physical Therapist in a high-performing hospital where safety, innovation, and career growth take center stage.

This Long Term Care Physical Therapist opportunity puts a Licensed Physical Therapist or Registered Therapist inside a mission-driven, patient-first culture known for measurable outcomes, strong quality scores, low hospital-acquired infection rates, and standout patient experience, all supported by award-winning workplace momentum, innovation-forward leadership, and clinician-wellbeing investments that help every career thrive.

Within the Physical Therapy team and broader Rehabilitation Services, a Long Term Care Physical Therapist will collaborate across the full spectrum of Rehab Services while benefiting from recognized strengths that include 30+ medical specialties, advanced imaging (3T MRI, PET/CT), high employee satisfaction, and personalized care often recognized by Press Ganey; the hospital's top-tier rural health reputation in southwestern Georgia includes 20+ consecutive "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group—advantages that empower each Licensed Physical Therapist to deliver precise, outcomes-focused care.

Reporting to a supportive Rehabilitation Services Manager, the Long Term Care Physical Therapist gains day-to-day backing from clinical educators, therapy techs, and rehab aides, while partnering closely with friendly nurses, case managers, social workers, OTs, SLPs, PTAs, and physicians; this diverse, collaborative team ensures every Registered Therapist can practice at the top of license with the right tools, consults, and communication channels to keep patient care seamless.

Responsibilities for the Long Term Care Physical Therapist span comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment plans, gait and balance training, neuro and orthopedic interventions, restorative nursing collaboration, caregiver education, discharge and transition planning, accurate EHR documentation, and outcomes tracking; evidence-based protocols, decision support, and quality-improvement initiatives set a Licensed Physical Therapist up for success, with clear pathways toward clinical specialization, lead roles, and teaching or precepting opportunities.

Life in southwestern Georgia complements the Long Term Care Physical Therapist workday with mild weather, quick commutes, and a cost of living that makes home ownership attainable; a Licensed Physical Therapist can enjoy lakes and rivers for kayaking and fishing, miles of trails, championship golf, community concerts and festivals, farm-to-table cuisine, and a welcoming social scene that blends small-town charm with growing regional amenities.

For a Registered Therapist seeking balance and opportunity, southwestern Georgia offers diverse housing from historic bungalows to new builds, strong K–12 options and nearby higher education, a stable job market spanning healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics, and convenient travel via regional airports; the area's safety, clean neighborhoods, walkable and bikeable pockets, reliable broadband, pet-friendly parks, inclusive community events, and expanding retail and fitness options make daily life easy to love.

Beyond lifestyle, the region rewards a Long Term Care Physical Therapist with accessible healthcare, outdoor adventures minutes from home, a supportive philanthropic spirit, and steady growth that preserves privacy without sacrificing connectivity; a Licensed Physical Therapist will find a down-to-earth culture, reasonable taxes, thoughtful development, and an environment where people know your name—and your clinical impact.

Compensation is competitive for a Long Term Care Physical Therapist, with differentials, potential sign-on and relocation support, comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and robust professional development including CEU support and certification incentives.