Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Healthforce•Lewistown, MO

10d•$1,966 - $2,042•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary travel assignment for a Physical Therapist (General) in Lewistown, Missouri, within a Skilled Nursing Facility. The role involves evaluating residents, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering skilled physical therapy services in a team-based, long-term care environment. The position requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, adherence to physician orders and facility policies, and compliant documentation. The assignment is for 13 weeks, starting on 09/21/2026, with a shift of 5x8 Days.

Requirements

Current Physical Therapist license in the state of Missouri
Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Experience in SNF or geriatric rehabilitation preferred
Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Eligibility to work in a Skilled Nursing Facility/long-term care setting

Responsibilities

Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of residents’ mobility, balance, strength, gait, and functional limitations.
Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans to improve function, reduce pain, and prevent disability.
Deliver direct therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance retraining, and use of modalities as ordered.
Monitor progress and adjust care plans to achieve prescribed therapy goals.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning as appropriate.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety strategies, and activity modification to promote independence.
Supervise and guide Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and therapy aides in accordance with licensure requirements.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of treatment sessions, progress notes, and billing information; ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility standards.
Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to ongoing rehabilitation program development.