Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Rehab Services

Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Rehab Services Highlands, North Carolina Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (October 27, 2025 – January 26, 2026) Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,168.55 Schedule: Day Shift | 5x8 Hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM) | 40 Hours Guaranteed Position Overview Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapist (PT) for a rehab-focused hospital in Highlands, NC. This role involves providing comprehensive rehabilitation services across multiple care settings including acute care, swing beds, skilled nursing, and outpatient services. The Physical Therapist will focus on improving mobility, restoring function, and supporting patient recovery through individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. The therapist will work in a collaborative rehab team environment dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Facility Information Facility Type: Rehab-Focused Hospital Unit: Rehab Services Department Beds: 24 Acute/Swing Beds 40 Nursing Home Beds 10 Skilled Beds Charting System: Cerner & NetHealth Dress Code: Scrubs or Business Casual Clinical Coverage Areas Therapists will provide care across: Acute and swing bed patients Skilled nursing and long-term care residents Outpatient rehabilitation services Post-surgical and mobility-impaired patients Stroke and rehabilitation-focused cases Key Responsibilities Perform physical therapy evaluations and functional assessments Develop individualized treatment plans and plan of care Deliver therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and rehabilitation interventions Assist in care conferences and interdisciplinary rounds Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation Communicate with rehab team regarding patient progress and discharge planning Utilize rehabilitation equipment in gym and patient care settings Provide patient and caregiver education Required Qualifications Active North Carolina Physical Therapist License CPR Certification Minimum experience in hospital and/or nursing home setting Strong clinical and communication skills Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a medical/rehab setting Experience across multiple care levels (acute, SNF, outpatient) Familiarity with Cerner or NetHealth systems Scheduling & Assignment Details 40 hours guaranteed per week Day Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Schedule finalized during interview with Rehab Manager Floating required across acute, SNF, and outpatient services Important Notes Patient ratio: 1:1 therapy care Therapists may treat patients in rooms, hallways, outdoor spaces, and rehab gyms Access to multiple rehab gyms including nursing home facility Facility is stroke-certified with a strong rehab focus New rehab gym and outdoor therapy space under development Compliance Requirements Candidates must complete all onboarding and compliance requirements including: Active state licensure verification CPR certification Skills checklist and competency validation Completion of onboarding and orientation Why Consider This Assignment Competitive weekly compensation Work in a rehab-focused, patient-centered hospital Exposure to diverse patient populations and care settings Supportive and collaborative rehab team environment Opportunity to work with expanding rehab facilities and equipment Positive workplace culture with strong staff engagement initiatives