Acute Care Physical Therapist-Per Diem
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Salary$38 – $59/hr
LocationAttleboro, MA
Work modeon-site
Typetemporary
SeniorityEntry
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedSep 30, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live16h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
New clinicians considered
Excellent communication skills
Follows evidence-based practice guidelines
Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and documentation skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of an acute-care physical therapy position
Graduate of an accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree Physical Therapy Program
MA License
BLS CPR
Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas
Prior hospital, acute care setting
Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation
Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability
Benefits
Healthcare/dental/vision
Retirement
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
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About the role
Sturdy Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Per Diem Acute Care Physical Therapist to join our Rehabilitation Services team. The Physical Therapist will provide comprehensive physical therapy evaluation and treatment to patients in the acute-care hospital setting, with an emphasis on safe functional mobility, prevention of complications associated with hospitalization, and appropriate discharge planning.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments of patients with a variety of medical, surgical, orthopedic, neurological, and cardiopulmonary diagnoses.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on the patient’s medical status, functional limitations, goals, and discharge needs.
Provide therapeutic interventions including:
Bed mobility training
Transfer training
Gait training
Balance activities
Therapeutic exercise
Functional mobility training
Stair training
Neuromuscular re-education
Assistive-device training
Monitor patient response to treatment, including vital signs and changes in medical status.
Recognize precautions, contraindications, and safety concerns and modify treatment appropriately.
Safely manage patients with IV lines, oxygen, drains, catheters, telemetry, and other hospital equipment.
Educate patients and families regarding mobility, exercise, safety, equipment, and home programs.
Make appropriate recommendations regarding discharge destination, durable medical equipment, continued therapy, and level of assistance required.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Document evaluations, treatments, progress, and discharge recommendations accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record.
Prioritize and manage a variable caseload according to patient acuity and hospital needs.
Participate in quality improvement, education, and departmental activities as appropriate.
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, professional standards, infection-control requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.
Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:
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New clinicians considered
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Excellent communication skills
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Follows evidence-based practice guidelines
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Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and documentation skills.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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.Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
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Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of an acute-care physical therapy position.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:
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Prior hospital, acute care setting
Educational Requirements:
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Graduate of an accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree Physical Therapy Program
License/Certification:
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MA License
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BLS CPR
Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.
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Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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Salary Range: $38.07-$59.08
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Salary Range Details
The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.
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Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.