Geriatric Rehab Physical Therapist & Team Lead

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Lake Forest (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join our care team. You will assess referred patients, develop goals, and implement treatment plans under physician direction.

You will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, document progress, and communicate with patients and families. Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred; Florida licensure is required. Punctuality and professional conduct are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid Florida physical therapy license and registration.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to complete evaluations, progress notes, recertifications and discharge summaries.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care.
• Professionalism and timely attendance.
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPAA, and Residents' Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document and record patient condition and educate patients and families in physical therapy methods.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Attend to evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertifications, and discharge documentation.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide best patient-centered treatment and care.
• Demonstrate exceptional patient service and clinical excellence.
• Report to work on time and adhere to scheduled hours.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and Residents' Rights.

Skills

Licensed Florida PT

Documentation writing

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join our care team. You will assess referred patients, develop goals, and implement treatment plans under physician direction.

You will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, document progress, and communicate with patients and families. Experience in long-term care or geriatrics is preferred; Florida licensure is required. Punctuality and professional conduct are essential.