IPT Bellevue - Physical Therapist

Hillcrest Health • Bellevue, NE

19h

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Physical Therapist to join Hillcrest Rehab Services on a part-time basis. The role provides individualized, evidence-based therapy to help patients regain strength, improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and work toward greater independence and quality of life.

The Physical Therapist evaluates patients’ needs, develops and progresses personalized plans of care, and works with an interdisciplinary clinical team to support meaningful outcomes and transitions of care. The position also involves educating patients and families, coordinating services, documenting care, and supervising or delegating appropriate tasks to Physical Therapist Assistants, therapy techs, and other support personnel.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current Physical Therapist license in Nebraska or an applicable compact state.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to therapy.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills, including the ability to develop individualized, evidence-based plans of care.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and patient-education skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient status and adjust treatment appropriately.
• Attention to patient safety and appropriate handling techniques.
• Ability to manage a patient caseload and schedule effectively.
• Positive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive sitting, standing, bending, reaching, lifting, walking, and other movements associated with therapy services.
• Flexibility and calm when supporting patients and families during stressful situations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to use technology and available resources efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to follow established infection-control, patient-handling, documentation, and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of Physical Therapy experience in long-term care, post-acute care, hospital, home care, or a similar setting.
• ABPTS board certification in geriatric, orthopedic, or neurological physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive physical therapy evaluations using appropriate tests and measures.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on patients’ needs, abilities, goals, and expected outcomes.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and independence.
• Progress treatment plans according to patient response and established goals.
• Educate patients and family members about treatment plans, exercises, mobility, safety, and ongoing care needs.
• Adapt treatment and education to patients’ cognitive abilities, learning needs, and cultural considerations.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of therapy services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapy team members, and other disciplines to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate patient progress, changes in condition, concerns, and recommendations to the interdisciplinary team.
• Develop transition and discharge plans, including recommendations for continued services and equipment.
• Provide handoff communication when patients transition between care settings.
• Supervise, collaborate with, and delegate appropriate care to Physical Therapist Assistants, therapy techs, and other support personnel.
• Identify patients who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services and complete appropriate screenings.
• Manage a patient schedule while considering patient preferences, clinical needs, and treatment goals.
• Identify potential patient or facility safety risks and take appropriate action.
• Participate in professional development, clinical education, and other professional activities as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing employees to choose when they get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities for continued professional and career growth within Hillcrest.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient independence and quality of life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time