Physical Therapist 3

University of Miami; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist III in Miami, FL. The role delivers effective rehabilitation aligned with APTA guidelines and collaborates with physicians, occupational therapists and psychologists to optimize patient outcomes.

The position involves evaluating patients, documenting care, educating patients and families, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives while mentoring students and staff.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Valid State of Florida Physical Therapist license required.
• Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations of new patients and establishes goals and treatment plans.
• Progresses patients through levels of treatment within maximum capabilities.
• Documents evaluations, treatments, and patient interactions.
• Provides education to patients and families regarding medical conditions.
• Maintains communication with rehabilitation team and physicians.
• Supervises and instructs assistants and PT students as needed.
• Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.
• Represents the department at conferences and seminars.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Learning Agility

Technical Proficiency

Education

Doctorate degree in relevant field

Tools

Office software

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a part time Physical Therapist 3 to work in Miami, FL.

The Physical Therapist III provides effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist III collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• 1. Performs evaluations of new patients to include the establishment of goals and appropriate treatment plans.
• 2. Progresses patients through different levels of treatment within the patient’s maximum capabilities.
• 3. Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
• 4. Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding medical conditions.
• 5. Maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team.
• 6. Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain additional information and suggests revisions in treatment.
• 7. Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.
• 8. Orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.
• 9. Supervises and instructs physical therapy students according to professional guidelines.
• 10. Provides or participates in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community at large.
• 11. Represents the University at non-departmental conferences and seminars.
• 12. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate degree in relevant field required
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required
• Valid State of Florida Physical Therapist license required
• Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Experience

7 years of relevant experience Certification as a Clinical Instructor (CI) 640 hours of Physical Therapy student instruction as a CI Approved minimum 100 hour - curriculum of courses to advance specified clinical expertise Productivity attainment Fulfillment of 5 professional development / engagement activities from the Clinical ladder Checklist For Acute care "Senior Specialist" criteria: must also include all 6 acute care rotations, including all critical care rotations (CVICU, SICU,MICU, NICU).

Department Specific Functions

Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner. Walker, crutches, cane, wheelchair, lift equipment, hospital beds, commodes, goniometer, traction units, ultrasound machine, electrical stimulation machines, iontophoresis, vasopneumatic pump, cuff weights, pulley weights, isokinetic exercise equipment, and general office equipment (telephone, computer, facsimile machine, and copier). Communicate with physicians and their staff directly, or electronically, by phone, or in writing. Obtain necessary additional information and suggest revisions in treatment as appropriate. Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need. Participate in quality and safety improvement activities as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator. Orient, instruct and direct work activities for assistants and support personnel. Participate in program development and marketing efforts as directed by the Department Director. Participate in program development and marketing efforts as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator. Provide or participate in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community at large. Attends non-departmental Grand Rounds to represent the Department of Physical Therapy and acquire information from our larger medical community to disseminate relevant information for staff development and service delivery. Participate in reviewing current evidence-based interventions, and may perform data collection or participate in a publishing effort for publication or quality improvement. Serves as an advanced clinician to support the department’s educational mission through mentorship and training of residents and students, and provide support for the health system’s development initiatives. Demonstrates advancement effort of professional development and serves as a role model for junior clinicians. Perform other duties as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator, or Associate Chair for Clinical Service.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based on departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Staff

The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation. The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride. The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019. The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.