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Physical Therapist – Hillcrest Health & Rehab Location: 1702 Hillcrest Drive, Bellevue, NE 68005Service Line: Hillcrest Rehab ServicesSchedule: Full-Time and Part-Time Hillcrest Health & Living is looking for a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team at Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue, NE. Hillcrest Health & Rehab is Bellevue’s only skilled nursing facility, providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services in a warm, supportive setting. Our therapy team works closely with nursing, providers, residents, families, and interdisciplinary partners to help individuals regain strength, confidence, and independence. At Hillcrest, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. Whether you are a new graduate ready to begin your Physical Therapy career or an experienced clinician looking for a meaningful next step, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact every day. What You’ll Do As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate residents and create individualized treatment plans that improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and support independence. You will use evidence-based treatment techniques while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to help residents achieve meaningful goals and experience the highest possible quality of life. You will:
Complete physical therapy evaluations using appropriate assessments and establish individualized plans of care.
Provide evidence-based treatment interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, endurance, pain management, and functional independence.
Progress treatment plans based on resident needs, clinical findings, goals, and functional outcomes.
Educate residents and family members on treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety strategies, equipment use, and recommendations for continued care.
Complete timely and accurate documentation, coding, charging, and required clinical records.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy team members, and other interdisciplinary partners to coordinate resident care.
Assist with discharge planning, equipment recommendations, and transitions between care settings.
Supervise, collaborate with, and delegate appropriate care to therapy assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and support staff in accordance with applicable regulations.
Identify residents who may benefit from additional medical or therapy services.
Manage an efficient resident schedule while considering safety, resident preferences, environmental needs, and productivity expectations.
Maintain a strong focus on infection control, resident safety, equipment safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in professional development, clinical education, advocacy, presentations, or other activities that support the therapy profession.
What We’re Looking For We are looking for a Physical Therapist who is clinically curious, compassionate, and committed to helping aging adults improve mobility, confidence, and quality of life. New graduates are encouraged to apply. This role is a strong opportunity for an early-career PT who wants hands-on experience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the chance to build clinical confidence in a supportive rehabilitation setting. Experienced Physical Therapists will also find meaningful opportunities to bring advanced clinical judgment, mentor others, support care transitions, and make a lasting impact on resident outcomes. Ideal candidates will have:
A passion for helping residents improve mobility, regain confidence, and live as independently as possible.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with residents, families, providers, and team members.
A willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow within a collaborative therapy environment.
Strong clinical judgment or the desire to build it through mentorship and experience.
Ability to stay organized, complete accurate documentation, and manage competing priorities.
A calm, flexible, and professional approach in changing or stressful situations.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe, high-quality, resident-centered care.
Comfort using technology and clinical resources efficiently and effectively.
ABPTS clinical specialty certification in geriatric, orthopedic, or neurological physical therapy welcomed but not required.
Education & Credentials
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program required.
Active Physical Therapist license in Nebraska or a compact state required.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association required.
Why Hillcrest? At Hillcrest Health & Rehab, rehabilitation is about more than treatment sessions. It is about helping residents rebuild confidence, restore routines, and safely return to the activities that give their lives meaning. As a Physical Therapist, your work will directly impact residents’ mobility, safety, independence, and quality of life. You will be part of a collaborative team that recognizes every milestone and supports residents through each stage of recovery. Physical & Other Requirements
Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, and movement as needed.
Must be flexible, calm, and professional in stressful situations.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
Must be able to utilize technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
Other duties as assigned.
Ready to Help Residents Move Forward? Whether you are beginning your Physical Therapy career or bringing years of experience to the table, we invite you to apply for the Physical Therapist – Hillcrest Health & Rehab role. Join Hillcrest Health & Living and help us continue inspiring people to live their best lives through compassionate care, clinical expertise, and meaningful rehabilitation.
