Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Decatur, GA

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Full-Time (32–40 hours per week) | Monday–Friday | Days | Onsite | Outpatient

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
• Ensure care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals as required for clinical care
• Design functional treatment programs that support effective patient return to community activities and progress patients toward discharge within an established length of stay
• 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 applicable regulatory agency requirements, maintaining professional licensure in good standing

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of Georgia (or eligibility to obtain)
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop clinically reasoned treatment plans
• Knowledge of and adherence to discipline-specific professional codes of conduct and state practice acts
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling and infection control practices

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting
• Experience with clinical documentation systems and compliance with payer-specific documentation requirements
• Active involvement in continuing education and professional development activities

Why Join Us

• New graduates are welcome to apply, making this an excellent opportunity to launch or expand your outpatient physical therapy career
• Work within a structured, team-oriented environment that emphasizes professional growth, quality care, and a strong culture of safety