Acute Care Physical Therapist (PT) - 26-06724

Job Description

Job Description

Acute Care Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Lubbock, TX
Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day Shift

Requirements:

• Active Physical Therapist (PT) license as required by state regulations
• Minimum 1 year of Acute Care Physical Therapy experience
• First-time travelers accepted
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills
• Ability to work independently in an acute care setting

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans for acute care patients
• Assess patient mobility, strength, balance, and functional abilities
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve mobility and overall function
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, exercises, and discharge recommendations
• Document evaluations, treatments, and patient progress accurately in the medical record
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and professional practice standards

Assignment Details:

• No floating required
• No on-call responsibilities
• No weekend requirements
• One patient at a time treatment model (1:1 care)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Acute care hospital experience
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities

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