Physical Therapist (Adult and Pediatric)

Tampa General Hospital DeSoto; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Desoto Memorial Hospital in Arcadia, FL is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate, administer, and direct therapies in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring practitioner to restore function and prevent disability after disease or injury.

The role involves planning therapy with exercises, mobility training, bed mobility, transfers and gait training; using equipment and prosthetic devices; documenting progress and re-assessing goals at regular intervals; on-site work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Florida or eligible via the Compact State.
• BLS certification (American Red Cross or American Heart Association).
• Minimum one year of hospital clinical experience.
• Strong documentation and billing awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform a complete physical therapy evaluation for diverse patient populations.
• Develop precise, comprehensive treatment plans for others to administer.
• Administer safe, effective therapy with proper documentation.
• Reassess care plans as needed and adjust interventions.
• Operate equipment used in therapy and manage priorities.
• Document progress and reflect billing details accurately.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Type:

Full-time.

Description:

Evaluates, administers and directs administration of therapies utilized in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring practitioner to restore function and to prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part. The Physical Therapist helps patients reach maximum performance levels and plans therapy involving therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training including bed mobility, transfer, and gait training. Utilizes various mechanical and electrical equipment, manual therapy, and prosthetic and orthotic devices. Evaluates, records and reports on patient progress. Establishes goals of physical therapy and re-assesses patient’s progress at regular, timely intervals, supporting findings with appropriate documentation.

Essential Functions:

• Accurately performs a complete physical therapy evaluation and documents in an appropriate timeframe for a variety of patient populations.
• Competently develops a comprehensive, precise and well-documented treatment plan that can be administered by another physical therapist or physical therapist assistant.
• Appropriately administers safe and effective treatment with corresponding documentation.
• Carefully re-assesses plan of care inappropriate time frame. Changes are made as needed.
• Safely operates all equipment relevant to treatment.
• Effectively establishes priorities for using time to maximize productivity.
• Accurately reflects billing in documentation.
• Willingly performs other duties as necessary.
• Adheres to 8-minute rule when billing charges; Provides sufficient documentation to justify charges including: duration (time in/out and per modality), and detailed descriptions of interventions.
• Effectively manages problems and resolves conflict in a professional manner.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy.

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State:

• Physical Therapist.

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Work Experience.
• One (1) year Hospital Clinical experience.

Primary Location:

Arcadia.

Work Location:

Desoto 900 N Robert Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266.

Eligible for Remote Work:

On-site.

Job:

Rehabilitation Services.

Organization:

Desoto Memorial Hospital.

Scheduled Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

Shift:

Day.

Job Type:

On Site.

Job Posting:

09/01/2026.