Physical Therapist; Journey - PT

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home‑based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry‑leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

• Benefits:
  We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full‑Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part‑Time team members.
• Paid Time Off:
  We offer generous paid time off to Full‑Time and Part‑Time team members.
• Support for New Grads:
  Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education:
  Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H‑1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:
  We support Visa or Green Card sponsor ships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full‑time role.
• Perks at Powerback:
  Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our Power Zone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

The Physical Therapist – Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13‑week assignments and work in a variety of settings. On assignment the therapist assesses needs, develops, and delivers personalized physical therapy programs to facilitate rehabilitation, and makes referrals to other disciplines as needed.

• Implement individualized therapy programs designed to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Instruct, educate, and train patients and caregivers in essential skills to promote independence and productivity.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with licensure requirements.
• Adhere to established plans of care, schedules, and timely documentation of services.
• Attend and contribute to patient care, staffing, and other related meetings.
• Consult with the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen.
• Promote a safe environment and enforce fire and safety hazards elimination.
• Order supplies and equipment, and maintain and report equipment needs.
• Cleans, maintains, and reports the need for repair of equipment.
• Screen, examine, and evaluate patients; synthesize and interpret findings to establish diagnosis, identify impairments, and determine predicted improvement levels.
• Develop treatment goals and methods collaboratively with patients and caregivers; implement the plan and complete all related documentation.
• Provide therapeutic techniques, including:
  • Therapeutic exercise (aerobic capacity, balance, coordination, agility, body mechanics, postural stabilization, flexibility, gait, neuromotor development, relaxation, strength, power, endurance)
  • Functional training
  • Manual therapy
  • Airway clearance techniques
  • Integumentary repair and protection
  • Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent, and mechanical modalities
  • Design, fabricate, fit, and apply adaptive devices, including orthotics and prosthetics; train patients in device use.
• Select appropriate activities based on individual capacity, intelligence level, and interests.
• Instruct patients in mobility skills and evaluate progress, attitudes, and behavior related to rehabilitation potential.
• Conduct routine reexamination as needed to modify or progress treatment plans.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license and eligibility.
• Master's degree in Physical Therapy, or Master's degree in a Physical Therapy related field plus a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus five years of progressively responsible PT experience.
• Availability to travel to and temporarily reside in locations outside of the therapist's primary home.
• Physical Therapy degree earned outside of the U.S. must be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. PT degree.

USD 55.00 – USD 70.00 per hour.