Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Mesa, AZ

Job Title

Physical Therapist – Outpatient Orthopedic

Location

Arizona

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in alignment 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 and effective return to community activities within an established length of stay
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring care is provided under valid physician orders and within insurance approvals
• Participate in student programs as assigned, providing appropriate supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and regulatory requirements while actively pursuing continuing education and professional development

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of Arizona
• Completion of all state-mandated continuing education requirements
• Demonstrated competency in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy evaluation and treatment
• Ability to maintain compliance with documentation standards in accordance with state, federal, and payer guidelines
• Commitment to patient and employee safety practices including safe patient handling and infection control protocols

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting
• Experience supervising or mentoring physical therapy students
• Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and quality initiatives

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative outpatient orthopedic environment with a strong emphasis on professional growth and continuing education
• Join a team committed to delivering superior quality patient care in a safety-focused workplace culture