Locum Physical Therapist - Outpatient, Multiple Locations - Northeast AZ

06331M - Locum Physical Therapist - Outpatient, Multiple Locations - Northeast AZ

Location: Northeast Arizona

Job Type: W2, Locum Tenens Position

Dates: ASAP with an ongoing need

Job Specialty: Physical Therapy (outpatient, multiple locations)

Compensation: Please inquire

Schedule: Monday-Friday - 8hr shifts or 4/10s schedule

Responsibilities:

• Patient Volume: Averages 12-15 per day
• Staffing Mix: 2 full time PTs, 1 PT Aide and 1 Front Office staff member
• Assess patients and develop individualized Physical Therapy treatment plans
• Provide treatment interventions for outpatient, general, and surgical patients
• Develop discharge plans and provide patient education
• Teach therapeutic exercises and movements to improve function and prevent or reduce recurrence of injury
• Educate patients regarding physical limitations following surgery, injury, or impairment
• Perform and interpret tests and measurements to evaluate patient condition and treatment progress
• Modify treatment plans, protocols, procedures, and equipment as clinically appropriate
• Document patient progress in the electronic health record in accordance with AAAHC and CMS documentation and coding standards
• Provide Physical Therapy consultation and evaluation services to physicians, providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals
• Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the care team regarding patient condition and recommendations for continued care
• Provide direct supervision to support staff, volunteers, and Physical Therapy students as indicated
• Participate in patient, staff, and community education
• Coordinate with federal, tribal, private, and community resources as appropriate
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to professional, ethical, organizational, and safety standards

Position Requirements: 

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program, or Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) or equivalent along with required experience
• DPT preferred to have minimum 3-years experience and MPT or equivalent preferred to have 6-years of licensed PT experience
• Current, valid, unrestricted Arizona Physical Therapist license required, prior to start (will accept compact license)
• USPHS Commissioned Officers may hold a current, valid, unrestricted PT license in any US state, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico
• APTA Board Certification preferred
• Valid, unrestricted, insurable driver's license
• Active BLS Certification
• Comfortable treating primarily adult patients and occasionally patients under 18
• English/Navajo bilingual skills preferred

Additional Details:

• Medical Malpractice Insurance: Provided at no cost to you
• Meaningful Work: Serve a deserving community with critical healthcare services

About Us: 

At Wilderness Medical staffing, we understand your desire for a fulfilling career that lets you practice meaningful medicine without burnout. Founded in 2010 by a provider just like you, we believe medicine should be an adventure. As a purpose-driven Locum Tenens staffing company, we actively connect healthcare professionals to more than 200 rural and remote locations throughout the Northwest United States and Alaska—ensuring you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.

How to Apply:

Apply here, learn more by visiting www.wildernessmedicalstaffing.com, or contact a recruiter today to inquire about our open and upcoming positions.

All inquiries are confidential.