Physical Therapist - Full Time

Watson Clinic LLP; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic LLP in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, determine treatment plans, and provide therapy to improve mobility and reduce pain in an outpatient setting.

The role requires graduates of an accredited PT program, Florida licensure, and CPR within 3 months. Two years outpatient experience is preferred; collaboration with physicians and staff ensures high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Florida licensure required.
• CPR certification within 3 months of employment.
• Two years outpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to obtain data necessary for treatment.
• Provide physical therapy treatment per the Plan of Care and physician's prescription.
• Maintain required documentation in a timely manner.
• Supervise and promote clinical development of LPTA’s, rehab techs, interns, and volunteers.
• Maintain an appropriate daily schedule to maximize departmental efficiency.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers.
• Participate in educational and professional activities that enhance care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Plan of care development

Documentation

Supervision of staff

Communication with patients

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

Florida licensure

Job description

Full-time Description

Summary/Objective

Physical therapists help people with physical injuries or illnesses of to regain range of movement and control their pain. Physical therapists, or PTs, help people who have lost motor function due to accidents, illness or age. They help determine the root causes of the trauma, counsel patients, and work with them to create a plan for rehabilitation.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate patients to obtain data necessary for treatment.
• Provide physical therapy treatment to patients per the Plan of Care and in accordance with the physician’s prescription.
• Maintain required documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with department requirements.
• Effectively supervise and promote clinical development of LPTA’s, rehab techs, interns, and volunteers.
• Maintain an appropriate daily schedule to maximize departmental efficiency and ensure quality patient care.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers.
• Participate in educational and professional activities that enhance self, co-workers, and patient care.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program. Advanced clinical experience in outpatient orthopedics, industrial medicine, neurology, rheumatology or gerontology preferred. Current Florida licensure required.

Preferred Education and Experience

Two years of clinical experience, with 1 in an outpatient setting preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

CPR certification within 3 months of employment