PHYSICAL THERAPIST I

Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading cancer center in Florida, dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer. As a Physical Therapist, you'll evaluate and implement treatment programs, restoring mobility and improving patient outcomes. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and contributions to clinical education efforts. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values excellence in patient care and recognizes the efforts of its staff. Your expertise will make a significant impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy required.
• FL PT License is mandatory for this position.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement treatment programs for patients.
• Document evaluations and treatments accurately.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Mobility Improvement

Documentation

Education

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

Summary

An applicant for this position, who will be or is seeking Florida licensure by endorsement, must not have any National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) reports, unless the applicant has successfully appealed to have their name removed from the NPDB. An applicant is encouraged to conduct a NPDBSelf-Query before proceeding with an employment application:

https://www.npdb.hrsa.gov/pract/howToGetStarted.jsp

Position Highlights:

• Evaluates, plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy.
• Restores and maintains function, improves mobility, relieves pain, and prevents or limits permanent disabilities.
• Provides care for inpatient and/or outpatient caseload. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team regarding the needs of the patient.
• Opportunities to contribute to presentations, publications, supervision of students/interns and execution of departmental education efforts, etc. which will contribute to advancement in a clinical ladder.

The Ideal Candidate

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
• FL PT License
• One or more years of Clinical experience in an acute care hospital

Responsibilities:

• Complete evaluations and treatments of assigned patients in accordance to established standards of care and practice including selecting assessment tools, tests and measures, goal setting, etc.
• Accurately performs documentation on each evaluation and treatment session within the electronic medical record and accurately documents billing charges.
• Performs screenings for appropriate patients (May include Lymphedema, fall risks, need for rehab)

Credentials and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree: Physical Therapy
• FL PT License, Temporary license accepted, but must pass licensing exam within 90 days of hire to continue employment.
• BLS Certification
• 1 year Clinical experience in an acute care hospital (experience during PT school will be accepted)

• An applicant for this positio n, who will be or is seeking Florida licensure by endorsement,must not have any National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) reports, unless the applicant has successfully appealed to have their name removed from the NPDB.

  An applicant is encouraged to conduct a NPDB Self-Query before proceeding with an employment application: https://www.npdb.hrsa.gov/pract/howToGetStarted.jsp