Physical Therapist Full Time Louisiana Extended Care Hospital

Overview We are seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team! Location: Lafayette, LA Employment type: Full-Time | Day Shift Available Agency: Vibra Permanent Staffing - Direct Hire Opportunity Advance your career at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital - Lafayette Job Description Physical Therapist - Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC, ICU, CC) Vibra Permanent Staffing is seeking experienced and dedicated Physical Therapists (PTs) for a direct hire, full-time opportunity with one of our trusted Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) partners in Lafayette, LA. This is your chance to join a specialized team that provides life‑changing care to high‑acuity patients recovering from complex medical conditions. Full-time position - FULL‑TIME DAYS. Work in a specialty ACUTE setting with medically complex patients. Competitive salary + shift differentials. Comprehensive benefits and PTO package. Supportive, mission‑driven work culture focused on quality outcomes. Responsibilities Deliver evidence‑based, hands‑on physical therapy to medically complex patients recovering from serious illness, injury, or surgery Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and the interdisciplinary care team to implement and adjust individualized rehabilitation plans Assess patient mobility, strength, endurance, and functional capacity, and develop targeted treatment strategies to maximize recovery and independence Educate patients and caregivers on mobility techniques, fall prevention, and safe discharge planning to promote long‑term outcomes Accurately document patient progress and treatment effectiveness in compliance with facility policies, regulatory standards, and professional best practices Qualifications Active Physical Therapist license in Louisiana 1+ year of acute care, ICU, or LTAC experience strongly preferred BLS required Strong clinical judgment and a commitment to excellence in patient care Compassionate, team‑oriented mindset #J-18808-Ljbffr