Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Potosi, MO

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Potosi, MO

Schedule / Job Type

Contract, Part-Time, Days, Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care needs, developing appropriate plans of care in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Administer rehabilitation procedures including manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, ambulation, modalities, use of supportive and assistive devices, and wound care.
• Assess and document patient progress, adjust treatment plans accordingly, and evaluate treatment outcomes for effectiveness in the electronic documentation system.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers related to physical disorders.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and the health care team regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans, and provide comprehensive discharge summaries.
• Supervise and support physical therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students as needed, and participate in required meetings, trainings, and in-services.

Required Qualifications

• Active Missouri State Physical Therapist license required.
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy experience required.
• Long-term care (LTC) or rehabilitation setting experience required.
• Adherence to APTA and state-required practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics.
• Ability to accurately record treatment minutes and maintain patient records per regulatory and clinical requirements.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• New graduates with a completed Level II clinical experience (not solely Level I observation) will be considered.
• Experience utilizing standardized assessments and evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems for clinical recordkeeping.

Why Join Us

• Work in a facility that supports group therapy options and provides dedicated documentation devices to help therapists meet productivity goals efficiently.
• Join a team-oriented rehabilitation environment with a structured caseload and clear productivity expectations.