Position Details
Physical Therapist Pt Apply
Job Title: Physical Therapist (PT)
Department: Rehabilitation Therapy
Location: Junction City, Kansas 66441
Schedule: 5 x 8-hour shifts
Employment Type: Contract / Travel Assignment
Location: Junction City, Kansas 66441
Schedule: 5 x 8-hour shifts
Employment Type: Contract / Travel Assignment
Position Overview
We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide rehabilitation services in a healthcare setting in Junction City, Kansas. The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions designed to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent disability. The role requires collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other rehabilitation professionals to deliver quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and patient needs.
- Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training, and mobility rehabilitation.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
- Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, exercises, and injury prevention strategies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, safety procedures, and applicable healthcare regulations
Minimum Qualifications
- An active Physical Therapist license in the State of Kansas issued by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts, or eligibility to obtain one before starting.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent)
- Current BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent
- Strong clinical evaluation and patient care skills
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or post-acute care settings
- Experience working with geriatric or orthopedic rehabilitation patients
- Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and therapy documentation standards
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients during therapy sessions
- Ability to safely transfer and mobilize patients using appropriate equipment and techniques
Compliance
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screening, credential verification, and compliance with Kansas healthcare regulations and facility policies.
