Job Description & Requirements Physical Therapist
StartDate:
8/24/2026
Available Shifts:
8
D Pay Rate:
$2473.00
00 This inpatient acute Physical Therapist opportunity is based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a historic coastal city known for its charming working waterfront, rich maritime heritage, and vibrant arts scene. Located along the South Coast, New Bedford offers easy access to beautiful beaches, scenic coastal drives, and day trips to Cape Cod, Providence, and Boston. The city's revitalized downtown features galleries, cafes, boutiques, and restaurants, along with the nationally recognized New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park. Residents enjoy a welcoming community, a cost of living that is attractive compared with many larger metropolitan areas, and a balance of urban amenities with a relaxed seaside lifestyle. The position is within an inpatient acute care hospital that serves as a key healthcare provider for New Bedford and the surrounding South Coast communities. The facility offers a broad range of services, including medical-surgical, critical care, surgical specialties, cardiology, neurology, and emergency services. As a Physical Therapist in this setting, you will be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and professional environment. In this role, you will evaluate and treat adult and geriatric patients across a variety of acute care units. Typical caseloads include patients recovering from orthopedic procedures, neurologic events such as stroke, cardiothoracic and general surgery, complex medical conditions, and deconditioned individuals requiring early mobility intervention. Depending on department structure, you may also provide services in intensive care or step-down settings, participating in early mobility and functional restoration programs in close partnership with nursing and medical staff. A typical day includes performing thorough physical therapy evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based interventions focused on mobility, balance, strength, endurance, and functional independence. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, occupational and speech therapists, respiratory therapists, and case managers, to coordinate care and support safe, timely discharges. Patient education, family training, and clear communication of progress and recommendations are central to the role. Patient caseloads and ratios are designed to allow for comprehensive assessments and meaningful treatment sessions while maintaining safe and timely care across your assigned units. You may cover multiple hospital floors in a single shift, which can include medical-surgical, telemetry, and at times intensive care, depending on departmental needs and your experience. Treatment approaches emphasize early mobilization, functional retraining, fall prevention, and preparation for the next level of care, whether that is home, inpatient rehabilitation, or skilled nursing. Shifts typically follow daytime hours, with possible weekend or holiday rotation to ensure consistent therapy coverage for the acute care population. Flexibility may be available in scheduling depending on department needs and candidate experience. The therapy department promotes a culture of mentorship and continuous learning; this is an excellent setting for both experienced therapists and motivated newer graduates who are eager to develop strong acute care skills. Working in New Bedford offers the chance to build an impactful career in acute care while enjoying a unique coastal community. You can explore local beaches, harbors, and coastal trails; attend festivals and cultural events; and take advantage of easy connections to nearby cities and vacation destinations. This position is well suited for candidates seeking a professional environment that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and the opportunity to provide meaningful care to a diverse patient population.
Required Qualifications Physical Therapist, Inpatient Rehab Experience:
1 year
Licenses:
PT-MA Weekends:
1-2 weekend shifts per month Preferred Qualifications Current Massachusetts license About the Facility This 1,076-bed, full-service tertiary care hospital offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to New York City residents, including cardiovascular, cancer, neurology, OB/GYN, orthopedics, gastroenterology, and emergency services. Accredited by The Joint Commission, this teaching hospital is affiliated with an Ivy League graduate school for surgeons and physicians and has received the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Medal of Honor for Organ Donation and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines
Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. physical therapist, physical therapy, PT, physiotherapy, rehabilitation therapist, physician rehab therapist, rehabilitation, rehab, allied health, allied, physical therapist rehabilitation, rehabilitation physical therapist
