Physical Therapist Float

MedStar Health seeks a Physical Therapist Float to provide high-quality rehabilitative care across multiple hospital and outpatient locations in the Maryland–Washington, DC region. In this role, you will evaluate and treat diverse adult and geriatric patient populations with musculoskeletal, neurologic, and cardiopulmonary conditions. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based interventions, documenting in the EMR, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other rehab professionals. As a float PT, you will adapt quickly to different units and teams while supporting safe patient mobility, functional independence, and discharge planning. MedStar offers a patient-first, mission-driven culture with robust clinical resources, ongoing education, mentorship, and clear pathways for professional growth within a large not-for-profit health system committed to innovation and community care. Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for diverse adult and geriatric patients across multiple care settings Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence Float between inpatient, outpatient, and specialty units, adapting quickly to varied workflows and patient needs Document assessments, goals, treatments, and progress notes accurately in the electronic medical record Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other rehab professionals on coordinated care and discharge planning Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safe mobility techniques, and injury prevention Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to safety, regulatory, and organizational policies Precept or mentor students and new staff as appropriate and engage in ongoing professional development Physical therapy evaluation and treatment Orthopedic and neurologic rehabilitation Gait and balance training Therapeutic exercise prescription Manual therapy techniques Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Interdisciplinary care coordination Patient and family education Discharge planning and safety assessment Regulatory and infection control compliance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current state license as a Physical Therapist (PT) or eligibility for licensure Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience with EMR systems Knowledge of evidence-based PT practice guidelines