Acute Physical Therapist

BayCare Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking an Acute Care Physical Therapist for a PRN/Pool position at St. Josephs South Hospital in Riverview, FL.

The role involves providing high-quality rehabilitation in an acute care setting and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to restore mobility and function for diverse patient populations. Responsibilities include evaluations, developing treatment plans, therapeutic interventions, patient and caregiver education, and thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• Required BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Licensed PT or eligible for licensure within 6 months.
• Temporary PT and licensure within 6 months may be allowed.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve strength, balance, and mobility.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe movement, home exercise programs and discharge planning.
• Document assessments, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in accordance with standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals for coordinated care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to patient-centered care plans.

Skills

BLS Certification

PT Licensure

Education

Physical Therapy Degree

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that99s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

St. Josephs South Hospital

is seeking a dedicated Acute Care Physical Therapist -PRN/Pool to provide high-quality rehabilitation services in an acute care setting. This PRN role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to help patients restore mobility, improve function, and achieve optimal outcomes.

Acute Physical Therapist Pool/PRN Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve strength, balance, and functional mobility.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe movement techniques, home exercise programs, and discharge planning.
• Document assessments, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to patient-centered care plans.

Certifications And Licensures

• Required BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Required PT (Physical Therapy)
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Eligible to obtain
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Temporary and licensure within 6 months

Location: St Josephs South Hospital - Riverview, FL

Status: Pool, Exempt: No

Shift Hours: varies/Days

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled