Physical Therapist - Therapy - Part-Time

Part-Time Physical Therapist (PT) Hillcrest Firethorn

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Physical Therapist (PT) to join our therapy team at Hillcrest Firethorn in Lincoln, NE. This part-time opportunity is a great fit for an experienced Physical Therapist or a new graduate looking to begin their career in a supportive environment. New grads are encouraged to apply!

As a Physical Therapist, you will help bring that mission to life by helping residents move better, feel stronger, and reach the highest level of function possible.

As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate residents, develop individualized plans of care, and provide skilled therapy services designed to improve mobility, safety, and independence.

Complete comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.

Develop individualized treatment plans based on resident needs, goals, and functional abilities.

Provide skilled therapy focused on strength, balance, mobility, endurance, coordination, and functional movement.

Help residents improve their ability to safely complete transfers, walking, and other daily activities.

Establish measurable therapy goals and track progress toward those goals.

Educate residents and families on exercises, mobility strategies, safety, and continued progress.

Provide recommendations for assistive devices and adaptive equipment as appropriate.

Collaborate closely with nursing, providers, therapy team members, and other disciplines.

Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary communication.

Support safe discharge planning and transitions when appropriate.

Maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas in a clean and safe manner.

Follow established clinical, infection-control, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Jump in wherever needed to support residents and the therapy team.

We are looking for a Physical Therapist who combines strong clinical skills with a genuine ability to connect with people.

The right candidate will be patient, encouraging, and motivated by helping residents make meaningful progress. Whether you are an experienced therapist or just starting your career, you should be comfortable learning, collaborating, and becoming part of an interdisciplinary team.

Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills.

A resident-centered approach to therapy.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Ability to motivate and encourage residents throughout the rehabilitation process.

Ability to adapt treatment plans as resident needs change.

A commitment to safety, quality, and excellent resident care.

A genuine interest in helping aging adults regain and maintain independence.

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.

Current or eligible Physical Therapist license in the State of Nebraska required.

Previous experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, senior living, rehabilitation, or a similar setting preferred.

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Physical therapy is about more than completing exercises. It is helping someone walk safely again. At Hillcrest Firethorn, you will have the opportunity to build relationships with residents, gain valuable hands-on experience, and see the progress your work helps create.

With a part-time schedule, you can enjoy additional flexibility while still doing meaningful clinical work and building your therapy career.

Part-time scheduling and flexibility.

Supportive therapy leadership and a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

A welcoming environment for new graduates and experienced therapists.

Professional development and career-growth opportunities.

Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.

Opportunities to grow your therapy experience in a senior living and rehabilitation environment.

Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Firethorn and Hillcrest Health & Living.

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

Must be able to safely perform the physical duties associated with providing therapy services.

Must be able to assist residents with transfers, mobility, positioning, and therapeutic activities.

Must be able to perform repetitive standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and movement throughout the workday.

Must be able to remain calm and flexible when resident needs or priorities change.

Must be able to utilize electronic documentation systems and other healthcare technology.

Must follow established infection-control, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Ready to Startor GrowYour PT Career?

Whether you are an experienced Physical Therapist or a new grad ready to take the next step, we would love to meet you. Join Hillcrest Firethorn as a Part-Time Physical Therapist and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives by helping residents move forwardone goal at a time.

Hillcrest Health Services