Job Summary
Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) — Location: Not Specified. This outpatient therapy role involves evaluating and developing treatment plans for patients, providing comprehensive care, and promoting functional recovery. The position emphasizes patient safety, professional development, and adherence to organizational core values.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education, Degree, Location Requirements, and Years of Experience: Degree in Physical Therapy from an Accredited School; 6 months to 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience; CPR Certification; active/applicable license for the state where work will be performed; 1 year of experience preferred; 6-month duration desired.
- Schedule: Days, 8 hours per shift, minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Completes comprehensive patient evaluations, developing and modifying treatment plans aimed at discharge.
- Documents medical records clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner in accordance with legal and organizational policies.
- Provides care under signed, valid physician orders and within insurance approval as necessary.
- Participates in student programs, fostering a positive learning environment, and providing appropriate supervision.
- Engages in ongoing professional development through continuing education and organizational activities.
- Adheres to state Practice Act and regulatory standards, maintains licensure in good standing, and completes mandated continuing education.
- Demonstrates awareness of quality improvement initiatives and offers feedback to enhance service delivery.
- Behavior Characteristics: Strong clinical reasoning, ethical conduct aligned with professional codes, commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
