Physical Therapist

adventhealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Sign on Bonus of $5,000

Relocation Assistance of $1,500

Paid Days Off from Day One

Debt-free Education

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to uplifting the community through holistic care. As a Physical Therapist, you will evaluate and treat patients, ensuring their recovery and mobility. This role offers a chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values professional growth and spiritual development. With competitive benefits, including debt-free education and a sign-on bonus, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in patients' lives. Embrace the opportunity to work in a leading facility known for its excellence in patient care and innovative practices.

Qualifications

• Entry-level competency in physical therapy principles and applications.
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with bodily impairments and functional limitations.
• Design and implement treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Document patient progress accurately and timely.

Skills

Physical Therapy Practice

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

1. Benefits from Day One
2. Sign on $5,000.00 (1-year commitment)
3. Relocation $1,500.00
4. Paid Days Off from Day One
5. Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: FULL TIME

Shift: Tues-Sat 8:30AM-5PM.

The community you’ll be caring for:

• Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando
• We offer great benefits with immediate Health Insurance coverage
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America
• AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country
• We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year

The role you’ll contribute:

Evaluates, develops an appropriate plan of care, and treats patients who present with bodily impairments and functional limitations as medically prescribed.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Assesses patient ability to safely and effectively perform functional mobility skills and evaluate muscle, nerve, joint, and integumentary systems
• Designs and implements a treatment plan of care utilizing practice standards and recommended techniques and modalities, insurance guidelines, and patient's needs. Monitors patient's response and progress to treatment and modifies treatment plan as appropriate
• Documents and charges accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology, following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department/hospital policies and procedures
• Provides discharge planning assistance and information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and follow up services
• Communicates appropriately and effectively with patients, family and healthcare professionals within and across care settings and communities
• Oversees the care provided by physical therapy assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides, according to established regulations and practice standards
• Meets productivity standard as defined by department
• Attends department meetings and education as required
• Practices principles of professional development and performance improvements by maintaining clinical knowledge, using best and or evidence-based practices, and serving as a Clinical instructor
• Educates patients, family members, and caregivers about identifying needs
• May assist as required to market physical therapy program in the hospital and community
• Willingly adjust and adapt to changes in patient census by altering working hours to assist in other centers/programs as needed/approved and observed by manager
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED:

• Entry level competency of physical therapy practice, theory, principles, and applications as defined in competency/department policies
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

What you will need to succeed:

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION: REQUIRED:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained before employee starts patient care
• Licensed in applicable state as a Physical Therapist OR Temporary State permit as Physical Therapist

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Rehabilitation Services

Organization: AdventHealth Orlando

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25008152

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.