Physical Therapist

Overview

Physical Therapist (PT) – Full-TimeElderwood at Burlington | Burlington, VT

Looking to build a career where your work truly matters? Join the team at Elderwood at Burlington, where compassionate care meets clinical excellence in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

We are seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT) to join our dynamic rehabilitation team and help residents regain strength, mobility, and independence.

Physical Therapist Position Overview:

Physical Therapy team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of individuals by providing comprehensive and quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled physical therapy treatments ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. State specific Physical Therapy license is required.

About Elderwood at Burlington:

Elderwood at Burlington is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering short-term rehab, post-acute care, and long-term care services. Located in the heart of Burlington, the facility is known for its strong clinical outcomes, collaborative interdisciplinary approach, and commitment to personalized care.

Our rehab team plays a key role in helping residents safely transition from hospital to home while maximizing independence and quality of life.

Why Join Our Team?

• Under brand new management! 

• Collaborative, team-driven therapy environment

• Strong focus on patient-centered outcomes

• Modern rehab spaces and supportive leadership

• Opportunities for professional growth within Elderwood

• Meaningful work with a direct impact on residents’ lives

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for residents

• Deliver skilled physical therapy services in accordance with physician orders

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to optimize care plans

• Monitor, document, and adjust treatments based on resident progress

• Educate residents and families on therapy goals and outcomes

Qualifications:

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

• Current Vermont Physical Therapy license (or eligibility)

• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills

• Passion for working with geriatric and post-acute populations

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Consistent full-time schedule

• Supportive and engaging work environment

• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

If you're a Physical Therapist who values both clinical excellence and compassionate care, we’d love to connect with you.

Apply today and grow your career with Elderwood at Burlington!

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist:

• Initiates skilled physical therapy treatments in accordance with physician’s orders; maintains required contact with physician.

• Maintains written evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries for individuals in physical therapy program.

• Confers with other health care staff regarding special needs of individuals to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.

• Provides input for meetings and attends during absences of the Director Physical Therapy.

• Maintains statistical records of individuals’ treatments.

• Assists with in-service training programs upon request.

• Records and updates individual’s plan of care in the Inter-disciplinary Kardex.

• Submits requisition for supplies needed in the treatment to Director Physical Therapy.

• Assumes all duties of the Director Physical Therapy during absences including supervision of Physical Therapy Aides and responsibility for all necessary documentation.

Qualifications

Physical Therapist:

• Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy required.
• State license to practice physical therapy required.
• Two years’ experience in physical therapy preferred.
• Ability to direct others necessary.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.