Inpatient Physical Therapist
Company : Reliant Rehabilitation
Location : Lynn, MA, 01904
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 24 December 2025
Overview
#LI-NB1
FULL TIME & PRN schedules available!
When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population.As a Reliant therapist, you also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing our clinical ladder and utilizing the opportunity to serve with others who are working at the top of their discipline. Our executive team started their own careers as therapists working with patients, and we take great pride in promoting from within the company.We also have a team of clinicians who provide continuing training, as well as systems and proven protocols to help ensure everyone is providing therapy in the most effective way for the patients and the most compliant way to help ensure our SNF partners are covered.Why Reliant:
- Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long-term acute hospitals (LTACHs)
- Great Corporate Support
- Therapy company ran by Therapists with decades of experience
- A company that desires for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry
- Currently in 38+ states in approximately 850 buildings with plenty of opportunities that fit any therapists needs in location, schedule, or development
Reliant Benefits May Include:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Multiple plans to choose from
- Life Insurance (Free and add-on)
- 401K
- PTO (Increased over time)
- Competitive Pay Packages
- Voluntary Short Term and Long Term Disability
- CEU Courses provided by CEU 360
- Tuition Repayment Programs
- Clinical Leadership Support
- Flexible Schedules
Average Compensation Range: $40.32- $45.26/ hr
Please note this range is an estimate and may vary based on experience
Responsibilities
Physical Therapist
Summary:Provides physical therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provides quality patient care including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan, supervision of assistants and Rehab Techs, and case management responsibilities. Maintains professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adheres to all state and federal regulations regarding physical therapy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Optimize the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing physical therapy
- Provide consultation and clinical supervision to PTAs.
- Directly supervise PTA and Rehab Tech in skilled tasks during group and individual treatment in a manner that promotes efficient and effective utilization of resources and facilitates the ongoing development of clinical skills in accordance with State Practice Acts, Omnibus Reconciliation Act (OBRA), and Reliant Rehabilitation policy.
- Build a strong physical therapy program
- Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
- Maintain a valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of physical therapy and the health care environment.
- Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines.
- Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- A graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy
Computer Skills:
- Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation
- Basic Internet navigation skills
Certificates and Licenses:
- Valid physical therapist state license
Interested in learning about us or other opportunities? Please visit our website.*complete job description available upon request
Related Jobs
Top trending job titles hiring now
Popular Searches for Inpatient Physical Therapist
Frequently asked questions
Lynn's healthcare sector shows steady demand for inpatient physical therapists, driven by its network of skilled nursing facilities. While competition exists, Reliant Rehabilitation’s expansive presence offers therapists a variety of positions, often with flexible schedules, helping candidates find fitting roles amid local demand.
Massachusetts favors therapists with a valid state license and encourages ongoing education, such as CEUs from accredited providers. Additional credentials in geriatric or neurological therapy can boost employability within inpatient settings like Reliant Rehabilitation's skilled nursing facilities.
Reliant Rehabilitation promotes internal advancement through a clinical ladder system, supported by continuing education and leadership development. Inpatient physical therapists can evolve into clinical leaders or managers, benefiting from mentorship programs and a company culture rooted in therapist-led management.
Balancing individualized patient care with facility protocols can be demanding. Therapists often navigate complex cases involving elderly or medically fragile patients, requiring adaptability, thorough documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient recovery outcomes.
Inpatient therapists focus on patients hospitalized or in skilled nursing facilities needing intensive rehab, often with acute or complex conditions. Unlike outpatient settings, treatment plans may demand rapid adaptation, frequent interdisciplinary communication, and managing discharge planning within regulated environments.
Reliant is therapist-run with decades of clinical insight, providing robust corporate support alongside clinical autonomy. Their commitment to therapist growth and comprehensive benefits fosters a supportive environment, distinguishing them within the inpatient physical therapy landscape in Lynn, MA.
Yes, Reliant supports both full-time and PRN schedules, accommodating diverse lifestyle needs. This flexibility is especially beneficial for therapists balancing professional growth and personal commitments, making it easier to maintain work-life harmony while delivering quality inpatient care.
Hourly wages generally range between $40.32 and $45.26, influenced by experience and credentials. This rate aligns competitively with the regional market, reflecting Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to rewarding skilled inpatient physical therapists fairly.
The company offers access to CEU courses through CEU 360 and fosters peer mentorship, helping inpatient physical therapists enhance expertise. This structured development equips therapists to stay current with best practices and excel in patient care within skilled nursing environments.
Inpatient PTs oversee patient evaluations, develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. They focus on improving patient mobility and function while collaborating closely with facility staff to deliver holistic rehabilitation services.