Physical Therapist – Acute Care (PRN)

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center :  Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Acute Rehab PT/OT 3 Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Provides physical therapy services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes under occasional guidance. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives. . Physical Therapist – Acute Care (PRN) Location: Vanderbilt Health, Nashville, TN Job Type: PRN (As Needed) Schedule: Weekdays and Weekends PRN, ideally 2 days per week Join Vanderbilt Health – Flexibility Without Compromising Purpose Looking for the flexibility of PRN work while still practicing at the top of your license? Vanderbilt Health is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our acute care team. Whether you're supplementing your current role, maintaining your acute care expertise, or seeking a schedule that better fits your lifestyle, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working alongside some of the region's most respected rehabilitation and medical professionals. Be part of an organization redefining what's possible in healthcare. Vanderbilt Health is home to the nation's largest transplant center by volume and continues to set records for life-saving care and clinical innovation. Vanderbilt recently performed a record number of solid organ transplants and continues to lead the nation in advanced transplant care and patient outcomes. At Vanderbilt Health, we believe healthcare is personal. Our rehabilitation professionals are empowered to provide individualized, evidence-based care that puts patients before productivity metrics. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across diverse patient populations while helping patients restore mobility, regain independence, and achieve their highest level of function. How You Will Make a Difference As a Physical Therapist on our Acute Care team, you will: Perform evidence-based physical therapy evaluations and interventions across a variety of inpatient units, including intensive care and specialty care settings. Develop individualized treatment plans that promote mobility, safety, function, and recovery. Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. Educate patients and caregivers on mobility strategies, fall prevention, equipment recommendations, and discharge planning. Assess patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical presentation and goals. Document evaluations, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards. Contribute to a culture of collaboration, learning, and clinical excellence. Why Vanderbilt Health? Flexibility That Fits Your Life – Enjoy the freedom of a PRN schedule while remaining connected to one of the nation's leading academic health systems. Variety in Your Clinical Practice – Care for patients across multiple service lines and specialty populations, ensuring every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities. Patient-First Culture – Deliver exceptional care in an environment that values quality outcomes and individualized treatment. Collaborative Team Environment – Work alongside highly skilled physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation professionals dedicated to best-in-class patient care. Nationally Recognized Excellence – Join a health system known for innovation, groundbreaking care, and exceptional patient outcomes. What We're Looking For Licensed Physical Therapist Acute care experience strongly preferred Strong clinical reasoning and patient advocacy skills Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care Ready to Make a Difference? Whether you're looking to supplement your current role, maintain your acute care expertise, or find a PRN opportunity that offers both flexibility and purpose, Vanderbilt Health provides the chance to do meaningful work alongside an exceptional team. Apply today and help patients move forward when they need it most. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Analyzes comprehensive information from formal and informal assessment that is pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine a rehabilitation treatment diagnosis. • Collaborates with stakeholders in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the rehabilitation continuum. • Applies appropriate, evidence-based interventions to ensure effective outcomes and re-evaluates performance to assess patient's progress towards goals. • Employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments. • The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES • Rehab Therapist Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates profic