Physical Therapist PT

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discounts

Education assistance and tuition support

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Tampa is looking for a Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality patient-centered care. This role involves managing therapy processes, conducting patient evaluations, and developing individualized care plans. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and Florida licensure, along with BLS certification. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, a 401(k) Plan, and education assistance. Join a dedicated team committed to compassionate health services.

Qualifications

• State of Florida licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations and treatment interventions within the scope of practice established by law and professional code of ethics.
• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning by synthesizing evaluation data.
• Consult resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders.

Skills

Customer service abilities including effective listening skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, etc.

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Job description

Join to apply for the Physical Therapist role at HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital

Description

The position covers both the Behavioral Health/Endocrine West Campus and South Tampa Campus each day. Mileage is compensated. Three, 8‑hour shifts per week (Wednesday plus 2 days are open to availability).

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides high‑quality, patient‑centered care by managing the complete process of therapeutic care of an assigned group of patients in coordination with the physician and the patient care team. The PT completes patient assessments and participates in developing and implementing individualized care plans focusing on goal achievement, patient engagement, and positive patient experience. The PT provides or directs a majority of the patient’s physical therapy to support patients throughout the continuum of care.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and articulate sound clinical reasoning by synthesizing evaluation data from initial assessment, medical history, and physician orders to develop a comprehensive plan of care.
• Communicate and interact with patients, families and others in a caring, empathetic, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Receive, interpret, and implement physician orders accurately and courteously.
• Consult resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• B.S. or M.S. in Physical Therapy.
• State of Florida licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association).
• Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds.

What You Will Do

• Provide evaluations and treatment interventions within the scope of practice established by law and professional code of ethics.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participate in the development of the total plan of care.
• Provide purposeful and skilled therapeutic care using procedures and techniques to produce a change in condition/function consistent with the physician’s plan of care.
• Instruct patients/families/caregivers in the use of therapies, exercises, therapeutic appliances, and/or prosthetic devices to be used outside of therapy sessions.
• Prioritize caseload, determine daily staffing needs and coordinate assignments/handoffs.

Qualifications You Will Need

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• (LPT) Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Bachelors Degree.

About HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital

For over 40 years, HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital has been providing comprehensive healthcare services. We provide high‑quality medical care, surgery, outpatient therapies, and acute care. Our 180‑bed acute care hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission. We offer 24‑hour Emergency Care, Behavioral Healthcare, and Cardiovascular Services, along with General Surgery and Imaging & Diagnostic Services. We are one of the best‑performing hospitals in the Tampa Bay area.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010‑2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

For those who find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications, and Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.