Physical Therapist

Ascension; Port Saint Joe (FL); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA

403(b) match

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Résumé du poste

Ascension in Port St. Joe, FL, is seeking a Physical Therapist to design recovery paths, deliver evidence-based interventions, and collaborate on holistic care plans with patients and families. The role also involves mentoring therapy staff and ensuring accurate documentation for smooth transitions.

Qualified candidates hold a Florida PT license, BLS, and a bachelor’s degree (master’s/doctorate preferred). A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with comprehensive ASCENSION benefits and full-time

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire.
• Florida PT license required before hire.

Responsabilités

• Design personalized recovery paths through assessments.
• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions to restore mobility.
• Collaborate on holistic care plans with patients and families.
• Lead and mentor clinical team, including therapy assistants.
• Document care steps to ensure quality transitions.

Connaissances

Clinical assessment

Therapy interventions

Team leadership

Documentation

Patient advocacy

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Description du poste

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Port St. Joe, FL
• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf
• Department: Rehab Services General OP
• Schedule: Day shift l Full-time
• Sign-on bonus: $10,000.00

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Design personalized recovery paths by conducting comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to deeply understand each patient's unique clinical needs and personal goals.
• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions using evidence-based techniques to restore mobility, alleviate pain, and improve the overall quality of life for those in your care.
• Collaborate on holistic care plans that involve patients and their families, ensuring the roadmap to recovery is transparent, achievable, and evolves with the patient's progress.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing clinical team by overseeing therapy assistants and students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence.
• Champion patient advocacy by documenting every step of the care journey, ensuring that accurate records translate into seamless, high-quality transitions and long-term health outcomes.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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