Physical Therapist

Job Description

2242 Wright Street

Blair, NE 68008

Good Shepherd Lutheran Community is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team in Full-Time or Per Diem capacity. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated therapist who is passionate about helping residents improve their mobility, strength, balance, functional independence, and overall quality of life.

• Full-Time Physical Therapist
• Per Diem Physical Therapist
• Flexible scheduling opportunities available for qualified candidates

• Evaluate residents' physical function, mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations.
• Develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on each resident's clinical needs, goals, and level of function.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to improve strength, balance, coordination, endurance, mobility, and functional independence.
• Perform gait training, transfer training, therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility training.
• Assess and recommend appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, and mobility strategies.
• Provide education to residents, families, and caregivers regarding exercises, mobility techniques, fall prevention, safety, and home recommendations.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in care planning, interdisciplinary meetings, discharge planning, and other clinical activities as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Maintain professional standards and comply with applicable state and federal regulations.

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Bachelor's/Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Nebraska Physical Therapist license in good standing.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with older adults and individuals with varying levels of physical and functional ability.
• Experience in skilled nursing, senior living, rehabilitation, geriatrics, or a similar setting is preferred but not required.
• New graduates with appropriate licensure are welcome to apply.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

• Full-time and per diem opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive and collaborative rehabilitation environment
• Interdisciplinary approach to resident care
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Focus on quality, compassionate, resident-centered care
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' mobility and independence
• Competitive compensation

At Good Shepherd Lutheran Community, our rehabilitation team plays an important role in helping residents achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life. If you are a Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping others reach their functional goals and thrive in a supportive care environment,
we would love to hear from you!