Description Full-Time Inpatient Physical Therapist Department: Inpatient & Swing Bed Rehabilitation Schedule: 36-40 hours/week; primarily Monday–Friday with some flexibility Reports to: Rehab Director FLSA Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The Part-Time Inpatient Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services for acute care and swing bed patients within a rural Critical Access Hospital (CAH). The PT plays a key role in supporting patient recovery, functional independence, and safe discharge planning. This position offers meaningful autonomy within a small, collaborative team and includes a caseload of post-operative, general medical, and mobility-related conditions. New graduates with strong clinical training are encouraged to apply. No on-call responsibilities; holiday coverage may be flexed collaboratively within the team. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Clinical Care • Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for acute care and swing bed patients. • Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional mobility, strength, balance, gait, and safe discharge readiness. • Provide evidence-based interventions including therapeutic exercise, mobility training, gait training, and functional safety assessments. • Reassess patient progress and update goals and interventions accordingly. • Provide patient and caregiver education to support recovery and safe transitions of care. • Recommend and train patients in the use of assistive devices and mobility aids. • Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with hospital and CMS inpatient therapy requirements. Inpatient & Swing Bed Responsibilities • Support acute and swing bed patients recovering from surgery, illness, injury, or functional decline. • Collaborate with nursing, providers, and case management to determine rehabilitation needs and discharge plans. • Assist with fall prevention strategies, mobility assessments, and functional safety evaluations. • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning meetings as needed. Interdisciplinary Collaboration • Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, case management, and rehabilitation team members. • Coordinate care with OT, ST, and support staff to ensure comprehensive patient management. Compliance & Safety • Adhere to HIPAA, CMS inpatient therapy regulations, CAH standards, and hospital policies. • Follow safe patient handling and mobility protocols. • Ensure proper use and maintenance of therapy equipment. • Support infection prevention and patient safety practices. Professional Practice • Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and continuing education. • Maintain professional conduct consistent with evidence-based practice and ethical standards. • Provide support across care settings based on patient volume and departmental needs. Requirements QUALIFICATIONSEducation & Licensure • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent from an accredited program. • Current Texas Physical Therapist license (or eligibility upon hire). • Current BLS/CPR certification. Experience • Acute care or hospital-based experience preferred. • Experience with swing bed programs or rural healthcare beneficial. • New graduates considered based on clinical competency. Technical Skills • Strong skills in evaluation, functional mobility training, gait training, and therapeutic exercise. • Ability to adapt treatment approaches for medically complex and post-operative patients. • Proficiency with electronic medical record systems. Soft Skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Strong clinical reasoning, organization, and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work independently with autonomy while contributing to a small, collaborative team. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Ability to stand or walk for extended periods. • Ability to assist patients with transfers, mobility training, and therapeutic activities. • Ability to lift or safely manage loads of 50+ pounds as needed. • Manual dexterity to operate therapy equipment. • Adequate visual and auditory ability to assess patient mobility and response to treatment. WORK ENVIRONMENT • Acute care and swing bed rehabilitation within a rural CAH setting. • Exposure to infectious diseases and typical hospital environments. • Collaborative, community-focused team environment.