Job Summary
Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) — Location: not specified. This outpatient position involves evaluating and developing treatment plans for assigned patients, focusing on effective return to community activities. The role requires collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care and adherence to organizational standards.
Job Details
- Certifications, Education, and Experience: Degree in Physical Therapy from an Accredited School; CPR Certification; 6 months to 1 year of outpatient clinical experience; 6 months preferred; no minimum years of experience required
- Schedule: Shift hours are 8 hours per day, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
- Completes comprehensive evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical reasoning emphasizing patient discharge goals within the established length of stay
- Performs timely and accurate medical record documentation, including goal writing, functional assessments, and necessary forms, following all regulatory and organizational policies
- Ensures all care is provided under valid physician orders and insurance approvals as required for clinical appropriateness
- Participates in student training programs, providing supervision and fostering a positive learning environment
- Initiates and pursues ongoing professional development through continuing education and involvement in professional organizations
- Adheres to state practice acts and maintains licensure in good standing, completing all required continuing education
- Demonstrates commitment to the organization’s performance improvement initiatives, providing feedback and participating in quality enhancement efforts
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
