Acute Care Physical Therapist

Acute Care Physical Therapist - Travel Position Location: Tucson, AZ Job Type: Travel Contract Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 5x8 hrs/Dys Pay: $2304/week Job Description: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Acute Care Physical Therapist to join our hospital-based team. The Acute Care PT provides essential rehabilitative services to patients in a fast-paced, inpatient setting, working with individuals who are critically ill, recovering from surgery, or managing a new medical condition. This role focuses on early mobilization, discharge planning, and preventing deconditioning. The ideal candidate has strong clinical assessment skills, the ability to work independently, and excels at collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and timely patient discharge. Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patient mobility, strength, balance, and functional status at the bedside.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address patient needs and goals.
• Provide early and progressive mobilization for patients in the ICU, Med-Surg, and other acute care units.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other therapists to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on safe mobility techniques and home exercise programs.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend appropriate durable medical equipment (DME) and support services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, treatments, and progress.

Qualifications:

• Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in [State].
• Doctoral or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a pediatric physical therapy setting is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and personalized career support

About ATC Healthcare ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses with rewarding career opportunities. Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.