Physical Therapist

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off accrual

Job summary

Lakeland Regional Health is seeking a Physical Therapist - Outpatient Float to provide high-quality, patient-centered care across multiple outpatient clinics in Central Florida. This role supports clinic operations by covering staff time off, vacancies, and schedule changes while maintaining clinical excellence and clear communication.

Requirements include a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, current Basic Life Support, and at least 1 year of outpatient experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of outpatient experience required
• Master Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current Basic Life Support certification (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning with individualized plans of care that support positive outcomes and efficient resource use
• Completes documentation that is accurate, timely, and reflective of patient progress and updates to the plan of care
• Initiates and coordinates patient and family education, equipment needs, and discharge planning based on identified goals and comprehension
• Communicates effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members at each clinic, reporting significant findings promptly and seeking input as needed
• Facilitates coordinated care by initiating appropriate consults and collaborating with multidisciplinary providers

Education

Master Degree

Accredited Program for Physical Therapy

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Physical Therapist

Job description

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Provisional Level 1 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00

Shift: Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: Min $85,488.00 Mid $106,870.40

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist - Outpatient Float provides high‑quality, patient‑centered care across multiple outpatient clinics within our network. This role supports clinic operations by filling staffing needs related to staff time off, vacancies, schedule fluctuations, and program growth. The Float PT adapts to varying caseloads, clinic environments, and team structures while maintaining consistent clinical excellence and strong communication.

Position Responsibilities

People At The Heart Of All We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

Standard Work: Physical Therapist - OP Float

• Role models adaptability and professionalism while rotating across multiple outpatient clinics, maintaining high standards of Physical Therapy practice
• Participates in team development, supports clinic specific goals, and contributes to departmental objectives across all assigned locations
• Performs evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning with individualized plans of care that support positive outcomes and efficient resource use
• Completes documentation that is accurate, timely, and reflective of patient progress and updates to the plan of care
• Initiates and coordinates patient and family education, equipment needs, and discharge planning based on identified goals and comprehension
• Communicates effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members at each clinic, reporting significant findings promptly and seeking input as needed
• Facilitates coordinated care by initiating appropriate consults and collaborating with multidisciplinary providers
• Demonstrates flexibility in meeting staffing needs across clinics, maintaining productivity and efficient use of departmental resources
• Adapts quickly to varying clinic workflows, caseloads, and environments while ensuring consistent, high quality patient care
• Promotes patient, visitor, and staff safety through proper infection control practices, PPE use, and adherence to clinic specific safety protocols
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills
• Demonstration of effective problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and team work skills
• Use of effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstration of time management and organizational skills
• Successful completion of mandatory requirements, including department proficiencies/competencies.
• Able to readily adapt to varying clinic environments and patient populations

Qualifications & Experience

Nonessential:

• Master Degree
• Accredited Program for Physical Therapy
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Physical Therapist

Other information:

Experience Essential:

• 1 year of outpatient experience required