Physical Therapist

Matrix Providers; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

Matrix Providers is hiring a Physical Therapist to join our team at Naval Hospital, Jacksonville Florida. This full-time role serves our Military Service Members and their families with high-quality physical therapy services.

Compensation is hourly and paid bi-weekly at $47.50–$50.00 per hour. Work schedule is currently Mon–Fri with early start and shared department planning; duties include evaluations, treatment planning, and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• Degree requirements as listed: Master's degree in physical therapy or Baccalaureate in PT for older graduates.
• Education: CAPTE-approved program.
• Experience: minimum 12 months in the past 15 months as a PT.
• Certification: BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Licensure: current, full, active PT license.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services across Orthopedics, Primary Care, General Medicine, Surgery, Rheumatology.
• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver interventions: exercises, manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, and functional training.
• Administer modalities and equipment like ultrasound and whirlpool.
• Maintain documentation and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams; supervise PT staff and students.

Skills

Clinical skills

Team collaboration

Patient evaluation

Education

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

CAPTE-approved program (pre-2002 BSc PT as applicable)

Tools

Physical therapy modalities

Job description

Matrix Providers is hiring a Physical Therapist to join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Military Service Members and their families in at Naval Hospital, Jacksonville Florida.

• Employment Status: Full Time
• Compensation: This is an hourly position, Paid bi-weekly $47.50-$50.00/hr
• Schedule: Monday through Thursday 6:30 am to 5:00pm and Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm on Friday. Schedule to be determined by department based on patient care.
• Current schedule: Mon-Fri from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Benefits: Competitive financial package with a comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• Paid Holidays (Outlined in Handbook)
• 401(k) Plan

The Physical Therapist must have and meet the following:

• Degree: Master's degree in physical therapy or Baccalaureate degree in physical therapy for graduates prior to January 1, 2002.
• Education: Graduate from a college or university approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
• Experience: Possess a minimum of 12 months of experience within the past 15 months as a Physical Therapist.
• Certification: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross Healthcare Provider Course.
• Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a physical therapist.

Physical Therapist Core Job Duties:

• Provide comprehensive physical therapy services for patients across multiple specialties, including Orthopedics, Primary Care, General Medicine, Surgery, and Rheumatology.
• Conduct patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, referrals, and rehabilitation goals.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including exercises, manual therapy, soft tissue mobilization, traction, and functional training.
• Administer physical therapy modalities and equipment such as ultrasound, whirlpool, moist heat, and other therapeutic agents.
• Assess patient progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, home exercise programs, mobility techniques, and assistive device use.
• Evaluate, fit, adjust, and recommend modifications for prosthetic and orthotic devices to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and address treatment needs.
• Provide guidance and support to physical therapy assistants, technicians, aides, and students.
• Participate in rehabilitation meetings, quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, wellness programs, and professional development activities.