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Panhandleortho; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Part time

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Job summary

Panhandle Orthopaedics seeks a Licensed Physical Therapist for an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Pensacola, FL. The role is part‑time with benefits, and the clinic operates Monday–Friday, 8–5, with no weekend work.

The ideal candidate has a PT degree, Florida license (or eligibility), CPR certification, and strong organizational and communication skills. Prior outpatient orthopedic experience is preferred but not required. EHR documentation and ongoing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• PT experience in outpatient orthopedic setting preferred; not required.
• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program (approved by the APTA).
• Current and unrestricted Florida PT license or eligible for license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to multi-task, and type efficiently for EHR documentation.
• Self motivated PT who enjoys continual learning, and is internally driven to provide the best care, and customer service.
• Additional certifications demonstrating initiative to progress knowledge beyond licensure level, a plus. Examples include, but are not limited to: OCS, SCS, COMT.

Responsibilities

• Meets the patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Helps patient accomplish treatment plan by administering exercises and guiding activities.
• Administers physical therapy treatments by performing manual therapy and directing treatments by assistants.
• Evaluates effects of therapies by observing progress and adjusting plans as needed.
• Completes discharge planning with patient and physician.
• Designs home exercise programs to continue progress after discharge.
• Documents patient care in records.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to infection-control policies.
• Keeps a safe and clean work environment and follows regulations.
• Develops staff through information sharing and training.

Skills

Outpatient Orthopedic

PT license

CPR certification

EHR documentation

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Self-motivated learner

Education

DPT / Licensed Physical Therapist

Florida PT license or eligibility

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Licensed Physical Therapist for Outpatient Orthopedic Clinic (Pensacola, FL)

Compensation: Competitive compensation based on previous experience.
Employment type: Part time
Job Description: Hiring One Exceptional Physical Therapist
Work location: 2401 Langley Ave Unit B, Pensacola, FL 32504

Hours: The outpatient Physical Therapy department is open Monday through Friday, 8-5, with a one hour lunch break. The right candidate will have a part time position with benefits. No weekend work.

Physical Therapist Job Duties:

• Meets the patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
• Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administers physical therapy treatments by performing manual therapy, using physical agents; directing treatments given by assistants.
• Evaluates effects of physical therapy treatments by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with the patient and their physician.
• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients or families in home exercise programs.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects practice operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection‑control policies and protocols.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Develops physical therapy staff by providing information; developing and conducting in‑service training programs.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
  

Qualifications:

• PT experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting preferred; not required.
• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program (approved by the APTA).
• Current and unrestricted Florida PT license or eligible for license
• Current CPR certification.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to multi‑task, and type efficiently for EHR documentation.
• Self motivated PT who enjoys continual learning, and is internally driven to provide the best care, and customer service.
• Additional certifications demonstrating initiative to progress knowledge beyond licensure level, a plus. Examples include, but are not limited to: OCS, SCS, COMT.

Working for Panhandle Orthopaedics
Panhandle Orthopaedics is a clinic that emphasizes working with each patient on a case by case basis, striving to be the best in produciblerelief and return to function for each patient. Correction of movement dysfunction is integral for excellence, with attention to detail and dedication toconcise patient education.