Entry-Level Physical Therapist — Rehab & Outcomes

UF Health; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a Physical Therapist in the Town of Florida, NY, to examine patients, develop effective treatment plans, and assist in achieving optimal outcomes through careful evaluation and education.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, hold a current Florida license, and preferably have experience in hospital-based rehabilitation services. Strong communication and computer skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Current Florida Physical Therapy license.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.
• Less than one year clinical experience in relevant area.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients to develop treatment plans.
• Measure progress, modify plans, and educate patients.

Skills

Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory, procedures, practices and equipment

Good communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Ability to assess and implement treatment programs

Computer skills in Microsoft Office suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (preferred)

Job description

Overview

UF Health Durbin Park is a 99-bed hospital.

PRN Days

Overview

UF Health Durbin Park is a 99-bed hospital.

PRN Days

The Physical Therapist examines and evaluates patients, developing effective treatment plans appropriate for the patient condition. The Physical Therapist measures patient progress, modifies treatment plans and educates the patient to produce optimal outcomes.

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Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently performs physical therapy examinations and evaluations in simple and complex clinical presentations. Correctly establishes prognosis and therapy diagnoses. Establishes effective plans of care that accurately predict goal achievement, frequency and duration of care required, in simple and complex clinical presentations.
• Effectively chooses and modifies treatment interventions, including patient education to guide patient management toward successful outcomes. Utilizes the evidence for patient management strategies.
• Effectively and efficiently generates documentation and charges to justify services. Follows departmental documentation guidelines and complies with insurance requirements.
• Contributes to self, staff, departmental and organizational growth through engagement in development activities (PI, inservices, mentorship, program development, community service, committees, etc.)
• Serves as Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy students. Provides excellent student teaching and mentoring experiences. Works effectively with the Clinical Education Coordinator to proactively problem solve.
• Engaged and supports the success of organizational and department goals. Demonstrates achievement in and commitment to individual goals, thereby effectively contributing to organizational/department success.
• Effectively supervises PT Assistants and Rehab Techs, as it relates to patient care.
• Meets productivity expectations for area served.
• Represents department at meetings, as requested
• Assists with inventory /supply control and conservation
• Follows infection control and safety guidelines
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement activities
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management within job scope
  
  

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups.
  
  

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree. Specific course work: Physical Therapy preferred
• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy preferred
  
  

Licensure/Certifications

• Current Florida Physical Therapy license.
• BLS from the American Heart Association
  
  

Required Experience

• Less than one year clinical experience in area of job opening (e.g. Acute, outpatient, etc.)
• Experience in hospital-based rehabilitation services preferred
  
  

Necessary Skills

• Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory, procedures, practices and equipment.
• Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving.
• Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial measures in the treatment and care of patients.
• Ability to assess and implement a treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office suite.