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VibrantCare Rehabilitation Job Description We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join the Rehab team at VibrantCare Rehabilitation. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a large acute‑care hospital environment and be comfortable managing high‑acuity patients with minimal supervision. This role involves patient evaluation, treatment planning, clinical documentation, and patient/family education in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary setting. The PT will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation staff to deliver safe, effective, and patient‑centered care.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesEvaluation & Treatment:

Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized plans of care. Implement evidence‑based therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence. Adjust treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical presentation.

Patient & Family Education:

Provide clear instructions and training to patients and caregivers regarding exercises, mobility, and safe functional activities. Offer education related to discharge recommendations and home exercise programs.

Documentation & Billing:

Accurately document evaluations, daily treatments, reassessments, and discharge plans. Ensure timely and compliant billing for all interventions provided.

Clinical Collaboration:

Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, case managers, and rehab staff to coordinate patient care. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Professional Development & Support:

Assist in orienting new staff and serve as a clinical instructor for students when appropriate. Exercise independent judgment in managing moderately complex cases with minimal supervision. Support competency development and workflow implementation as requested by Lead Clinicians.

QualificationsRequired:

California Physical Therapy License Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program Strong ability to work independently in a busy acute-care inpatient setting Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and patient‑management skills

Preferred:

0-4 years of experience as a Physical Therapist (acute care preferred) Prior acute‑care experience in a rehabilitation setting (preferred) Clinical affiliation or prior work experience with Atlantic Health System (preferred) Board Certification in a specialty area applicable to acute care (preferred) Skills Acute-care patient evaluation and treatment Functional mobility and gait training Interdisciplinary communication Care planning and discharge recommendations Accurate documentation and billing Ability to manage complex or high‑acuity patient cases Strong clinical judgment and problem‑solving skills

Additional Information Employment Type:

Permanent Shift:

Day Shift Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00

PM Hours:

8 hours/day, 40 hours/week

Setting:

outpatient acute care

On-site Requirement:

100% onsite

Pay:

From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Relocation assistance

Work Location:

In person