Inpatient Orthopedic PT – Acute Care & MSK

Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples Comprehensive Healthcare (NCH) and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) are collaborating to develop a state-of-the-art musculoskeletal center, facilitating orthopedic care across the surgical and non-surgical care spectrum. As a member of our acute care physical therapy team, you will evaluate patient condition, determine the appropriate treatment plan and set rehabilitation goals.

Educating patients and family members on the most up-to-date approaches to the rehabilitation process will be

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• At least 3 years’ experience in acute care and post-operative settings preferred.
• Clinical expertise in orthopedics and sports medicine rehab.
• Current Florida Physical Therapy licensure is required.
• OCS certification from ABPTS is required.
• BLS certification from ARC or AHA is required.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient condition upon referral and determine the appropriate treatment plan.
• Set rehabilitation goals and educate patients/families on current rehab approaches.
• Provide care for adults in acute inpatient orthopedic and Ambulatory Surgery settings, including telehealth.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and report to the Inpatient Rehabilitation Manager.
• Demonstrate adaptability and maintain professional conduct in a collaborative launch phase.

Skills

Acute care

Orthopedic rehab

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) – ABPTS

FL Physical Therapy licensure

Job description

Naples Comprehensive Healthcare (NCH) and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) are collaborating to develop a state-of-the-art musculoskeletal center, facilitating orthopedic care across the surgical and non-surgical care spectrum. As a member of our acute care physical therapy team, you will evaluate patient condition, determine the appropriate treatment plan and set rehabilitation goals.

Educating patients and family members on the most up-to-date approaches to the rehabilitation process will be