Geriatric Physical Therapist - Rehab Focus

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Washington Park (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; 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 assesses referred patients, develops rehab plans and delivers direct patient care to improve functional abilities.

You will establish treatment goals with the physician, document patient progress, supervise PT assistants, and educate patients and families while ensuring HIPAA compliance and high-quality, patient-centered care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Florida license and registration required.
• Experience supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric settings preferred.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Excellent patient service and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and develop rehab plan.
• Establish and supervise treatment programs with goals.
• Document patient status and progress.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Direct patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

DPT degree or PT degree from accredited program

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team. The PT assesses referred patients, develops rehab plans and delivers direct patient care to improve functional abilities.

You will establish treatment goals with the physician, document patient progress, supervise PT assistants, and educate patients and families while ensuring HIPAA compliance and high-quality, patient-centered care in a long-term care setting.