Lifepoint Health·Gilbert, Arizona
The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with physical injuries or disabilities to improve movement and restore functional independence. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, providing direct care, and collaborating with rehab teams for discharge planning.
Physical Therapist (PT) Job Type: Fulltime
Your experience matters
Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital - Gilbert is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Dignity Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist (PT) joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.
How you’ll contribute
The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with physical injuries or disabilities to improve movement, reduce pain, and restore functional independence.
Conduct physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
Provide direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
Document treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
Collaborate with rehab teams and participate in discharge planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Clinical knowledge and strong patient rapport-building required.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
Previous experience in rehab setting preferred.
Current PT license.
CPR certification required
More about
Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital [https://www.dignityhealthevrehabgilbert.com/] is a state-of-the-art, 40-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Rehabilitation programs that provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. Offering customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.
“Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program and hold a current PT license and CPR certification. Previous experience in a rehabilitation setting is preferred.
Market context
Physical therapist openings in Arizona are often strongest in post-acute and skilled nursing settings, where employers look for clinicians who can manage complex mobility needs and document clearly. This role is competitive because it requires an active PT license in Arizona or California plus prior Skilled Nursing Facility experience, along with strong communication and documentation skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your resume to SNF outcomes before applying.