Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Carefree, AZ

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Arizona | Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 5 days / 8 hours per day

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner, including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines
• Design functional treatment programs focused on progressing patients toward discharge within an established length of stay and facilitating effective return to community activities
• Delegate and direct all discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients
• Participate in student programs as assigned, providing appropriate supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and all regulatory agency requirements, maintaining professional licensure in good standing

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in good standing in the state of Arizona
• Completion of all state-mandated continuing education requirements
• Ability to perform in an ethical manner in accordance with discipline-specific professional code of conduct
• Strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to develop appropriate treatment plans and goals

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in orthopedic (ORTHO) outpatient physical therapy
• Experience with student supervision and clinical education
• Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and organizational quality initiatives

Why Join Us

• Long-term contract opportunity running through June 2027, offering stability and continuity of care in an outpatient orthopedic setting
• Supportive environment that encourages professional development, continuing education, and involvement in professional organizations