Job Description:
Established in 1994, Nite Lines USA has successfully delivered contract support services to more than 144 government institutions and medical treatment facilities across the country. We’re a dynamic and growing health care organization, offering a wide range of employment opportunities. We are seeking professionals and dedicated individuals to be part of our team, where integrity, respect, accountability, and collaboration are among our core principles. Work with a dedicated and caring organization and start doing your life's best work.
Physical Therapist (1099)
Pay rate: $80.00 per hour/1099
Job location: 8204 Wyoming Highway 789, Lander, WY, 82520
Openings: 2
Duration: 3 months with the possibility of extension
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours:
Flexible, based on the Therapist's preference and facility needs.
Available schedule options may include:
o 5 days × 8 hours
o 4 days × 10 hours
o 4.5 days × 9 hours
The schedule must ensure coverage for all five weekdays.
Final working hours can be adjusted based on the Therapist's availability and the needs of
the residents.
Job Duties:
Therapists will work with residents in the Intermediate Care Facility, serving residents
(adults 18+ - 80ish) and our SNF serving individuals with TBI, organic brain injuries,
dual diagnosis, etc.,) Both sides have residents who have more challenging behaviors or
conditions which hinders placement in the community setting. Our goal is to work on
building skills and abilities so that all our residents can live in the community (group
homes, nursing homes, supported staffing, etc..) with success.
Therapy is part of the Allied Health Team which includes; Physical Therapy,
Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Central Supply, Therapeutic Equipment, and
Recreation.
Therapist will be an active member of the IDT team for a caseload of residents as well as
new and potential residents.
Therapists will perform therapeutic evaluations on residents including but not limited to
initial, quarterly and annual assessments, evaluations for assistive/adaptive equipment
devices, as well as additional assessments that arise due to circumstances of a resident.
Therapists will provide therapeutic treatment and activities.
Therapists will consult with medical providers, family members, case managers, IDT,
and direct care staff regarding the resident's needs or potential concerns.
Therapists will help train, educate, and monitor staff in therapeutic skills and activities
that support the established intervention plan and use of equipment. This includes
assisting with the monthly New Hire Orientation day to give an introduction to some of
the equipment, care plans, and interventions therapy uses with residents.
Complete documentation on time.
Evaluate the individual needs for therapeutic adaptive equipment and assist in the design
and/or purchase of equipment.
Work with various members of not only the IDT and Allied Health Team.
Qualifications:
Active or eligible Wyoming Physical Therapist (PT) license.
Licensed Physical Therapist with a Bachelor's degree (typically in Physical Therapy).
Must have completed an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Active BLS certification
Must have experience working with adult patients; candidates with experience limited
to pediatric or school-based settings are not preferred.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong time-management and organizational skills.
Must be flexible and adaptable to changing patient needs and work requirements.
Strong communication, clinical judgment, and patient-care skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Broad clinical experience across multiple healthcare settings.
Experience working with geriatric patients.
Experience in acute care settings.
Experience in home health or similar community-based settings.
Candidates with a combination of geriatric, acute care, and home health
experience are strongly preferred.
Ability to independently manage workload while effectively prioritizing patient care and
responsibilities.
