Job Description
American Traveler is offering a rewarding Physical Therapist Travel Physical Therapist (PT) contract position in Lakewood Washington. Shift: Days 8 Job Length: weeks --Physical Therapists who work with us receive a highly competitive pay and benefits package. You'll enjoy the personalized client service that has earned up high ratings from travelers nationwide -- and the security that comes from working with an established Joint-Commission-certified agency. More about traveling in Washington : Washington travel nursing jobs take you to the Pacific Northwest where lush forests and national parks rule. Mountain climbing, hiking, kayaking and a slew of outdoor recreational opportunities are bound to intrigue the nature lover in any Washington travel nurse. Organic produce and wonderful wineries are abundant in the state's valleys. You can enjoy a day of relaxation and roadside travel -- or try rock climbing and rapelling if you're looking for a real physical challenge. Seattle has long been a favorite Washington travel nurse job destination. It's the essence of the Pacific Northwest.
Responsibilities
A physical therapist will provide services that help restore or improve a patient's function, mobility, and pain level, as well as prevent or limit disabilities that come from the injury or disease. PTs will be able to demonstrate excellent track records of restoring, maintaining, and promoting overall fitness and good health. Great patience and a calm demeanor are required, as patients often suffer from disabling conditions such as lower back pain, arthritis, heart disease, fractures, head injuries, and cerebral palsy. The ideal candidate will be thorough and competent at examining patients' medical histories, testing and measuring their strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, muscle performance, respiration, and motor function, and then prescribing the best treatment strategy and its anticipated outcome. Physical therapist can find travel positions in acute care, outpatient clinic, and home health settings.
Qualifications
1. Valid BLS from the American Heart Association
2. A valid professional license within the state of practice
3. Specialty-related certifications may be required for specific positions
4. Proof of right to work in the United States
Experience Requirements
months of occupational experience