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PT - Physical Therapist, Skilled Nursing

Elderwood
Elderwood Salary
Wakefield, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2027

Salary

$44.00 / hr - $55.80 / hr

Overview

Physical Therapist (PT)

Elderwood Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

 

Restore Mobility. Build Relationships. Make Every Session Matter.

 

Elderwood is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team within our skilled nursing and rehabilitation communities.

 

This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment where therapists are empowered to focus on quality outcomes, individualized treatment plans, and meaningful resident progress - not just productivity metrics.

 

If you are passionate about helping older adults regain strength, mobility, independence, and confidence, we’d love to connect with you.

 

Why Therapists Choose Elderwood:

  • Flexible scheduling opportunities
  • Supportive therapy and interdisciplinary teams
  • Opportunity to work with both short-term rehab and long-term care populations
  • Meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care
  • Collaborative clinical environment
  • Modern therapy equipment and resources
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Mission-driven organization focused on People Caring for People

 

Benefit Preview

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Weekly Pay
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Paid Time Off & Holiday Package
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
  • Supportive leadership committed to clinical excellence
  • Employee appreciation events throughout the year
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a respected healthcare organization

What Matters to Our Therapy Team:

  • Meaningful Patient Care - You’ll work with residents over time and have the opportunity to truly see progress, build relationships, and impact outcomes.
  • Collaborative Environment - Our therapists are valued members of the interdisciplinary team and actively participate in care planning and clinical discussions.
  • Balanced Clinical Expectations - We understand therapists deliver their best care when supported operationally. We strive for realistic scheduling, strong communication, and teamwork-focused operations.
  • Diverse Clinical Population -  work with:Short-term rehabilitation residents, Orthopedic recovery, Neurological conditions, Balance/fall prevention, General geriatric strengthening and mobility, Long-term care maintenance therapy needs

 

Physical Therapist Overview

As a Physical Therapist, you'll evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based therapy services designed to improve mobility, strength, balance, safety, and overall independence.

Your expertise will play an essential role in helping residents recover from illness, injury, or surgery while maximizing their functional abilities and quality of life.

 

 

Help Residents Take the Next Step Forward

Every treatment session is an opportunity to help someone regain strength, restore independence, and return to the activities that matter most.

At Elderwood, you'll find a supportive team, opportunities for professional growth, and the reward of knowing your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

 

Apply today and discover why therapists choose to grow their careers at Elderwood at Scallop Shell – Wakefield.

 

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist (PT)

  • Provide skilled physical therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with physician orders
  • Develop and update individualized care plans and therapy goals
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams regarding resident progress and needs
  • Participate in resident care planning meetings
  • Assist with education and training initiatives as needed
  • Support a safe, respectful, resident-centered care environment

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Qualifications

Physical Therapist (PT)

  • 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.

Salary : $44 - $56

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