Physical Therapist I - Outpatient & Home Rehab Focus

UF Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Saint Augustine, FL seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to examine and evaluate patients, develop effective treatment plans, and educate patients to achieve optimal outcomes. The role measures progress, adjusts plans, documents care, and collaborates with the care team to improve function and quality of life.

Responsibilities include performing PT assessments, selecting interventions, mentoring students as a Clinical Instructor, ensuring compliance with documentation standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred.
• Experience with patient education and prognosis development is expected.
• Licensure in Florida and BLS from the American Heart Association are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy examinations and evaluations.
• Develop and update treatment plans and measures of progress.
• Document services and ensure compliance with guidelines and insurance requirements.
• Educate patients to achieve optimal outcomes and safety.
• Serve as Clinical Instructor for PT students and mentor staff.
• Support departmental goals and participate in PI activities.
• Supervise PT Assistants and Rehab Techs as needed.
• Contribute to inventory control and infection control practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Proactive approach

Team collaboration

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UF Health in Saint Augustine, FL seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to examine and evaluate patients, develop effective treatment plans, and educate patients to achieve optimal outcomes. The role measures progress, adjusts plans, documents care, and collaborates with the care team to improve function and quality of life.

Responsibilities include performing PT assessments, selecting interventions, mentoring students as a Clinical Instructor, ensuring compliance with documentation standards and