Physical Therapist - Outpatient Rehab

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Regional Health in Central Florida seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to join our team in an environment that emphasizes patient-centered care and collaborative practice.

You will evaluate, treat, and discharge plan for diverse patients, document thoroughly, and work with physicians and other professionals to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida.
• Master's degree from an accredited PT program.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/ACLS) is preferred or required per department policies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, treats, and discharges patients with an individualized plan of care.
• Ensures timely and accurate patient documentation reflecting progress and changes in plan of care.
• Coordinates patient teaching, equipment needs, and discharge planning.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members to plan care.
• Facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration and appropriate consultations.
• Maintains patient safety and infection control practices in daily operations.
• Demonstrates time management and organizational skills.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Decision making

Computer skills

Education

Master Degree

Accredited Program for Physical Therapy

Job description

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you're starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00

Shift: Monday - Friday

Pay Rate: Min $81,432.00 Mid $101,795.20

Position Summary

Works in a self-directed work team committed to a common purpose and goal. The Physical Therapist works within the scope of Physical Therapy. Responsible to practice within their scope of licensure in accordance with approved policies, procedures and protocols. Shares responsibility for all aspects of therapy and team functions.

Position Responsibilities

Standard Work Duties: Physical Therapist

• Role models through professional development, continuous learning, and improvement of competence in the practice of Physical Therapy.
• Actively participates in team development, achieving dashboards, and in accomplishing department goals and objectives.
• Performs the evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning of patients while providing an individualized plan of care, resulting in positive patient outcomes and effective resource utilization.
• Ensures that all patient documentation is complete, accurate, finished in a timely manner, and reflects both patient response to treatment and changes in plan of care based on patient progress
• Initiates and coordinates patient teaching, equipment needs, and discharge planning according to identified needs; assesses patient/family comprehension of teaching and equipment and including them in the plan of care.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members, reports significant findings in a timely and appropriate manner, and seeks input to plan of care.
• Facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration of care by initiating appropriate consults when indicated.
• Provides exceptional healthcare while maintaining good stewardship by effectively utilizing departmental resources, demonstrating flexibility to meet patient workload, and maintaining a high level of productivity and efficiency to ensure consistent patient care and positive outcomes.
• Utilizes measures to promote and maintain patient, visitor, and staff safety, including the appropriate use of infection control principles and personal protection equipment.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Demonstration of effective problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and team work skills.
• Use of effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstration of time management and organizational skills.
• Successful completion of mandatory requirements, including department proficiencies/competencies.

Qualifications & Experience

Nonessential:

• Master Degree
• Accredited Program for Physical Therapy
• Basic Cardiac Life Support

Other information:

Licenses Essential: Current license as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida.

Certifications Essential: Per department or hospital requirements and relevant policies

Experience Preferred: One year acute care experience.