Geriatric Physical Therapist - Rehab & Long-Term Care

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Lake Lucerne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in a long-term care setting. You will develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans and monitor progress with a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities include documenting patient status, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and educating patients and families. Florida licensure and timely, professional care are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid Florida PT license.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Excellent documentation and patient-centered care.
• Confidentiality and residents' rights compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and establish treatment goals.
• Provide direct patient care and implement personalized rehabilitation plans.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and goals.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Leadership of PTAs

Geriatric care

Punctuality

Education

Bachelor's/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in a long-term care setting. You will develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans and monitor progress with a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities include documenting patient status, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and educating patients and families. Florida licensure and timely, professional care are essential.