Geriatric Physical Therapist | Rehab & Long-Term Lead

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Pine Island Ridge (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; 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, provide direct care, and develop targeted treatment plans under physician direction.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PT program, a valid Florida PT license, and experience supervising PT assistants; long-term care experience is preferred and strong documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid Florida PT license and registration.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills including evaluations and progress notes.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct PT care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals based on patient capacity.
• Set realistic and achievable goals and document patient condition.
• Educate patients and families in appropriate physical therapy methods.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care.

Skills

PT degree

Florida license

Supervising PTAs

Long-term care

Documentation writing

Evaluations & notes

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient service

Professionalism

Education

Accredited PT program

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, provide direct care, and develop targeted treatment plans under physician direction.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PT program, a valid Florida PT license, and experience supervising PT assistants; long-term care experience is preferred and strong documentation skills are essential.