Geriatric Physical Therapist - Long-Term Care Rehab

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team. The PT will assess referred patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and educate patients and families on therapy methods while coordinating with the Rehabilitation Director.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, Florida licensure, and the ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants. Prior long-term care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid Florida professional license and registration.
• The Physical Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients that require rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer a treatment program with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation writing

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT/PT)

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team. The PT will assess referred patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and educate patients and families on therapy methods while coordinating with the Rehabilitation Director.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, Florida licensure, and the ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants. Prior long-term care experience is preferred.