Physical Therapist Acute Care Emergency Department

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 44,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Job summary

AdventHealth Zephyrhills in Florida is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for day shifts, Mon-Fri 8-hour blocks, with no weekend or holiday requirements.

Candidates must have acute care and outpatient experience (minimum one year each) and be licensed as a PT with BLS certification. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, directing PT assistants, documenting in EMR, and contributing to patient education and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and EMR systems.
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic formats with patients, staff, physicians, nurses, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Oversees care by physical therapist assistants per standards.
• Establishes and adapts individualized treatment plans.
• Documents accurately using objective terminology in EMR.
• Maintains productivity and adjusts hours to patient needs.

Skills

MS Office

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Description

Schedule: Full timeShift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 7050 GALL BLVD City: ZEPHYRHILLS State: Florida Postal Code: 33541

Monday - Friday - 8-hour shifts

No weekend requirement/ No Holiday Requirement

Must have Acute Care and Outpatient experience (Minimum of one year each)

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.

Practices principles of employee and patient safety in daily job activities.

Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.

Performs evaluations and re-evaluations using recommended techniques and standards.

Establishes, implements, and adapts individualized treatment plans, including goal setting, treatment activities, and frequency.

Documents accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology.

Charges patients accurately, timely, and legibly.

Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education and utilizes opportunities for teaching, including discharge recommendations.

Discharges patients when maximum benefit is achieved or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.

Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.

Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.

Oversees the care provided by physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides, according to established regulations and practice standards.

Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department, through effective time management and clinical efficiency and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems. [Required]
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively. [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic formats with patients, staff, physicians, nurses, and administrators. [Required]

Education

• Doctorate [Preferred] Field of Study:
• in Physical Therapy
• Work Experience: N/A

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Physical Therapist (PT) [Required] OR Physical Therapist - Temporary (PT-TEMP) [Required]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range

$31.86 - $59.27

Background Screening Requirement

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ.

About Our Faith-Based Mission

As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the Benefits and Perks You Need for You and Your Family

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well‑being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits