Travel Physical Therapist | Saint Louis, Missouri

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Job Description

Advance your career in a dynamic hospital-based therapy setting, providing physical therapy services across a broad patient population including pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This contract position offers valuable clinical experience working with diverse diagnoses, from orthopedic post-operative care to neurological conditions.

Schedule/Hours:

• Contract opportunity with a consistent weekly caseload
• Expect approximately 10 patient visits per day (50 per week)

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Valid physical therapy license (or eligibility) required
• Strong assessment and documentation skills, with emphasis on building and managing your own caseload
• Ability to provide compassionate care to patients from pediatric through geriatric populations
• Flexibility to adapt to a variety of orthopedic and neurological diagnoses

Desired Experience:

• Experience with gross motor assessments and therapeutic interventions
• Familiarity with pediatric orthopedic and general orthopedic conditions, including:
  • Achilles tendonitis, ACL tears, post-op back pain, carpal tunnel, disc herniation, fractures
  • Rotator cuff injuries, meniscus tear, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, postural dysfunction
  • Total joint replacements and non-surgical ortho interventions
• Exposure to neuro cases such as Alzheimers, dementia, vestibular disorders, and degenerative diseases is a plus

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions for a range of musculoskeletal and neuro conditions
• Participate in Next Gen screening and contribute to interdisciplinary care
• Collaborate with patients families and clinical staff to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Maintain professional standards with a business casual dress code

This is an excellent opportunity to expand your clinical skills and make a meaningful difference in patient recovery within a supportive hospital environment. Interested professionals ready for their next challenge are encouraged to apply today and impact lives through quality rehabilitation care.