Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Scottsdale, AZ

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Arizona | Acute Rehab

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to progress patients toward discharge within an established length of stay
• Manage individual, concurrent, and group treatment sessions; coordinate equipment trialing and ordering, patient and family training, home exercise program issuance, and planning for continuing services
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner, including daily notes, goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, discharge documentation, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines
• Ensure all care is provided under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approvals as required for the clinical care of the patient
• Participate in student programs as assigned, providing appropriate supervision, development of learning objectives, and completion of student evaluations
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and all applicable regulatory agency requirements; maintain professional licensure in good standing and fulfill all state-mandated continuing education requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in good standing (or eligibility to obtain licensure in Arizona)
• Ability to complete comprehensive patient evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans using sound clinical reasoning
• Proficiency in medical record documentation in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling and infection control practices
• Ability to adhere to professional codes of conduct and discipline-specific ethical standards

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in an acute rehabilitation or inpatient hospital setting
• Experience supervising or mentoring Physical Therapy students
• Active involvement in professional organizations, continuing education, or community advocacy efforts
• Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and quality initiatives in a clinical environment

Why Join Us

• Work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment that prioritizes superior patient care and professional growth
• Opportunity to actively shape your own professional development through continuing education, mentorship, and involvement in meaningful community and advocacy activities