Physical Therapist (Adult & Pediatric)

Tampa General Hospital; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital, Inc. in Arcadia, FL is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat adult and pediatric patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will design and implement therapy plans, document progress, and ensure proper billing and equipment use. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy, licensure in Florida or a compact state, BLS certification, and at least one year of hospital-based clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Florida license or Compact State license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete PT evaluations and document results within clinical timelines.
• Develop comprehensive, well-documented treatment plans for adult and pediatric patients.
• Administer safe and effective therapy with proper documentation.
• Reassess plans and modify as needed; manage equipment and interventions.
• Ensure accurate billing documentation including duration and interventions.
• Collaborate with the care team to optimize patient outcomes.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist (Adult & Pediatric)

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.

This role is an Inpatient and Outpatient setting supporting Adult and Pediatric patients.

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.

Qualifications

• 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

Scheduled Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday