Part Time Physical Therapist - Lincoln

Hillcrest Health & LIving • Lincoln, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hillcrest Health & Living is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Physical Therapist to join the therapy team at Hillcrest Firethorn in Lincoln, Nebraska. This part-time opportunity is open to experienced therapists and new graduates, who are encouraged to apply. The therapist will help residents improve strength, mobility, confidence, safety, and independence, and support them in achieving the highest possible level of function.

The role involves evaluating residents, developing individualized plans of care, and providing skilled therapy services. The Physical Therapist will collaborate with residents, families, nursing, providers, other therapy team members, and interdisciplinary colleagues. The position offers a supportive, collaborative environment, hands-on experience, opportunities for professional development and career growth, and a flexible part-time schedule. Benefits and programs are available to eligible team members.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current or eligible Physical Therapist license in Nebraska.
• Current CPR/BLS certification as required.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills.
• Resident-centered approach to therapy.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to motivate and encourage residents during rehabilitation.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Ability to adapt treatment plans as resident needs change.
• Strong teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and excellent resident care.
• Genuine interest in helping aging adults regain and maintain independence.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to safely perform therapy duties and assist residents with transfers, mobility, positioning, and therapeutic activities.
• Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and movement throughout the workday.
• Ability to remain calm and flexible when resident needs or priorities change.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment and use electronic documentation systems and other healthcare technology.
• Ability to follow established infection-control, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, senior living, rehabilitation, or a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on resident needs, goals, and functional abilities.
• Provide skilled therapy focused on strength, balance, mobility, endurance, coordination, and functional movement.
• Help residents safely complete transfers, walking, and other daily activities.
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Establish measurable therapy goals and track progress toward them.
• Educate residents and families about exercises, mobility strategies, safety, and continued progress.
• Recommend assistive devices and adaptive equipment as appropriate.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with nursing, providers, therapy team members, and other disciplines.
• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary communication.
• Support safe discharge planning and transitions when appropriate.
• Maintain therapy equipment and treatment areas in a clean and safe manner.
• Follow clinical, infection-control, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support residents and the therapy team wherever needed.

Benefits

• Part-time scheduling and flexibility.
• Benefits and programs available to eligible team members.
• Supportive therapy leadership and a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
• Professional development and career-growth opportunities.
• Dayforce Wallet, allowing team members to choose when they get paid.
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
• Opportunities to grow therapy experience in a senior living and rehabilitation environment.
• Opportunities to grow within Hillcrest Firethorn and Hillcrest Health & Living.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level