Physical Therapist - SNF

Rehab Services at Hillcrest Health and Rehab, 1702 Hillcrest Drive, Bellevue, Nebraska, United States of America

Posted Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Location: 1702 Hillcrest Drive, Bellevue, NE 68005
Service Line: Hillcrest Rehab Services
Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time

Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team at Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue, NE.

Hillcrest Health & Rehab is Bellevue’s only skilled nursing facility, providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post‑acute services in a warm, supportive setting. Our therapy team works closely with nursing, providers, residents, families, and interdisciplinary partners to help individuals regain strength, confidence, and independence.

At Hillcrest, our mission is simple:
Inspiring people to live their best lives. Whether you are a new graduate ready to begin your Physical Therapy career or an experienced clinician looking for a meaningful next step, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact every day.

As a Physical Therapist
, you will evaluate residents and create individualized treatment plans that improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and support independence.

You will use evidence‑based treatment techniques while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to help residents achieve meaningful goals and experience the highest possible quality of life.

You will:

Complete physical therapy evaluations using appropriate assessments and establish individualized plans of care.

Provide evidence‑based treatment interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and functional independence.

Progress treatment plans based on resident needs, clinical findings, goals, and functional outcomes.

Educate residents and family members on treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety strategies, equipment use, and recommendations for continued care.

Complete timely and accurate documentation, coding, charging, and required clinical records.

Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners to coordinate resident care.

Assist with discharge planning, equipment recommendations, and transitions between care settings.

Supervise, collaborate with, and delegate appropriate care to therapy assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and support staff in accordance with applicable regulations.

Identify residents who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services.

Manage an efficient resident schedule while considering safety, resident preferences, environmental needs, and productivity expectations.

Maintain a strong focus on infection control, resident safety, equipment safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.

Participate in professional development, clinical education, advocacy, presentations, or other activities that support the therapy profession.

We are looking for a Physical Therapist who is clinically curious, compassionate, and committed to helping aging adults improve mobility, confidence, and quality of life.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. This role is a strong opportunity for an early‑career PT who wants hands‑on experience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the chance to build clinical confidence in a supportive rehabilitation setting.

Experienced Physical Therapists will also find meaningful opportunities to bring advanced clinical judgment, mentor others, support care transitions, and make a lasting impact on resident outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have:

A passion for helping residents improve mobility, regain confidence, and live as independently as possible.

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with residents, families, providers, and team members.

A willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow within a collaborative therapy environment.

Strong clinical judgment or the desire to build it through mentorship and experience.

Ability to stay organized, complete accurate documentation, and manage competing priorities.

A calm, flexible,…