Physical Therapist - Part-time

Part-Time Physical Therapist – Hillcrest Rehab Services

Service Line: Hillcrest Rehab Services
Schedule: Part-Time | Approximately 20 Hours per Week | Monday–Friday | Hours Scheduled Between 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Physical Therapist to join our Hillcrest Rehab Services team.

Hillcrest Rehab Services is focused on helping patients regain strength, mobility, independence, and confidence following illness, injury, surgery, or a change in condition. Our therapy professionals work collaboratively with patients, families, nursing teams, physicians, and other disciplines to develop individualized plans focused on meaningful functional outcomes.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. As a Physical Therapist, you will use your assessment and clinical skills to develop evidence-based treatment plans that promote movement, reduce pain, restore function, and help prevent disability. You will also work closely with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and prepare patients for successful transitions to their next level of care.

What You’ll Do

As a Physical Therapist , you will evaluate patients, develop individualized plans of care, provide skilled treatment, and help patients work toward meaningful functional goals.

You will:

• Complete comprehensive physical therapy evaluations using appropriate tests and measures.

• Develop timely, individualized plans of care based on evaluation findings and patient goals.

• Provide evidence-based physical therapy interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and overall independence.

• Progress treatment plans appropriately as patients work toward established goals.

• Help patients improve movement, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent further disability.

• Educate patients and family members regarding treatment plans, exercises, safety, mobility, and recommendations.

• Adapt education based on individual learning needs, cognitive abilities, and cultural considerations.

• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.

• Accurately document and charge for therapy services according to established guidelines.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy professionals, and other interdisciplinary team members.

• Communicate changes in patient status, progress, barriers, and recommendations.

• Coordinate patient transitions within or outside Hillcrest service lines.

• Make recommendations regarding equipment, additional services, and resources needed for a successful transition.

• Provide appropriate handoff communication when patients transition to another level of care.

• Supervise, collaborate with, and appropriately delegate care to therapy assistants, technicians, and support personnel within regulatory requirements.

• Identify patients who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services and complete appropriate screenings.

• Develop an efficient patient schedule while considering individual preferences, clinical needs, and the treatment environment.

• Identify patient and facility safety risks and take appropriate action.

• Follow infection-control, patient-handling, documentation, and workplace-safety standards.

• Participate in professional activities, education, advocacy, presentations, and other opportunities that support the therapy profession.

• Assist with additional therapy responsibilities as assigned.

The role combines patient evaluation, hands‑on treatment, interdisciplinary collaboration, education, documentation, transition planning, and supervision of appropriate therapy support personnel.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a Physical Therapist who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine desire to help patients regain independence and reach meaningful goals.

The right candidate will be patient-focused, organized, and comfortable working collaboratively in a rehabilitation environment. You should enjoy developing individualized treatment plans, adapting your approach based on patient progress, and seeing the impact therapy can have on someone's ability to return to the activities that matter to them.

Ideal candidates will have:

• Strong physical therapy evaluation and clinical reasoning skills.

• A patient-centered approach to treatment and goal setting.

• Experience working with aging adults and patients with complex rehabilitation needs preferred.

• Strong knowledge of evidence-based physical therapy interventions.

• Ability to develop and progress individualized plans of care.

• Strong communication and patient-education skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

• Strong documentation and time-management skills.

• Ability to organize an efficient patient schedule.

• Strong attention to patient safety, infection control, and risk management.

• Ability to work independently while remaining part of a collaborative therapy team.

• Flexibility and sound clinical judgment in a fast‑paced rehabilitation environment.

• A commitment to helping patients maximize function, independence, and quality of life.

Education & Credentials

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required .

• Active Physical Therapist license in Nebraska or applicable compact licensure required .

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required.

• At least two years of Physical Therapy experience in long‑term care, post‑acute care, hospital, home care, or a similar setting preferred .

• ABPTS clinical specialty certification in geriatric, orthopedic, or neurological physical therapy preferred.

Why Hillcrest?

Physical therapy is about more than completing exercises—it is about helping someone regain the ability to move through life with greater confidence and independence.

As a Physical Therapist with Hillcrest Rehab Services, you will have the opportunity to work closely with patients as they rebuild strength, improve mobility, reduce pain, and work toward the goals that are most important to them.

This part‑time position of approximately 20 hours per week also offers flexibility within a Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. scheduling window , making it a great opportunity for an experienced therapist looking for meaningful clinical work without a traditional full‑time schedule.

What Hillcrest Offers

• Competitive compensation.

• Part-time schedule of approximately 20 hours per week.

• Monday–Friday scheduling.

• Flexible scheduling between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

• Supportive rehabilitation leadership and a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

• Professional development and continuing‑education opportunities.

• Dayforce Wallet, allowing you to choose when you get paid.

• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.

• Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Rehab Services and across a mission‑driven senior care organization.

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.

• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, walking, reaching, lifting, and movement as required.

• Must be able to safely provide hands‑on physical therapy interventions and patient mobility assistance.

• Must be flexible and calm when working with patients and families during stressful or emotional situations.

• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail in a fast‑paced rehabilitation environment.

• Must be able to utilize clinical technology and available resources efficiently and effectively.

• Must follow established infection‑control and patient‑safety standards.

• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

• Other duties as assigned.