Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Yardley, PA

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Pennsylvania | Outpatient Orthopedics

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Full-Time | Onsite | Expected 40 hours/week; schedule varies with 2 evenings required until 7:00 PM

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
• Maintain clear, concise, and timely medical record documentation including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and payer guidelines
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring functional treatment programs support effective return to community activities
• Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and coworkers; participate in student programs by providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
• Adhere to discipline-specific State Practice Act and all applicable regulatory requirements; maintain professional licensure in good standing and fulfill continuing education requirements
• Actively engage in professional development and contribute to organizational performance improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in good standing in the state of Pennsylvania (or eligibility to obtain)
• Ability to complete clinical documentation accurately and in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards and safe patient handling practices
• Ability to work a variable schedule including 2 evening shifts per week until 7:00 PM

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience or clinical coursework in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy
• Familiarity with functional quality indicators, length-of-stay goal planning, and insurance authorization processes
• Involvement in professional organizations or continuing education beyond minimum state requirements

Why Join Us

• New graduates are welcome — this contract role offers an excellent opportunity to launch or grow a career in outpatient orthopedics with the potential for extension beyond the initial engagement
• Work within a team-oriented environment that prioritizes professional development, patient safety, and high-quality care delivery