Impactful Behavioral Health Physical Therapist

Everwell; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO and Sick time

Background check required

Job summary

Everwell Port St. Lucie Hospital seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver direct patient care within a behavioral health hospital.

The PT will examine individuals and develop a treatment plan to improve movement, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. Responsibilities include reviewing medical histories, diagnosing movement issues, creating individualized plans, setting goals, guiding therapy with exercises, recording progress, educating patients and families, and advising on home

Qualifications

• Master of Science or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Successful completion of National Certification Examination.
• Valid PT license in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing patients’ medical histories
• Diagnosing patients by observing their movements and listening to their concerns
• Developing individualized treatment plans for patients
• Outlining clear goals for patients and the expected outcomes of the plan
• Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and hands-on therapy to manage patients’ pain, increase mobility, and prevent further pain and injury
• Recording patients’ progress and modifying the plan of care if needed
• Educating patients and family members about the recovery process
• Consulting with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms
• Assisting patients with the use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers
• Advising the patient and family about in-home treatment options and exercises

Education

Master of Science or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

Successful completion of National Certification Examination

Valid PT license in state of practice

Job description

Everwell Port St. Lucie Hospital seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver direct patient care within a behavioral health hospital.

The PT will examine individuals and develop a treatment plan to improve movement, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. Responsibilities include reviewing medical histories, diagnosing movement issues, creating individualized plans, setting goals, guiding therapy with exercises, recording progress, educating patients and families, and advising on home