Physical Therapist - Per Diam

Ernest Health, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 8,266,000; Full time

Job summary

Duval Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Jacksonville, FL seeks a per diem Physical Therapist to join a patient‑focused, hospital‑based care team delivering high‑quality rehabilitation services.

You will assess patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and help restore mobility and function while upholding the hospital mission.

Requirements include a valid Physical Therapist license, current BLS/CPR, and at least one year of direct hospital patient care.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS/CPR certification from an approved provider.
• At least one year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides PT services to restore mobility and function and relieve pain in inpatients.
• Examines patients, develops treatment plans, and tracks progress.
• Integrates hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

PT licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Hospital patient care

Education

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Jacksonville, Florida

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Duval Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

Duval Regional Rehabilitation Hospital at Jacksonville (Jacksonville, FL)

is a modern, 48-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the greater Jacksonville area. The facility is dedicated to helping patients regain independence following serious illness or injury through individualized rehabilitation programs led by experienced clinical teams. Services include physical, occupational, and speech therapy supported by advanced medical oversight. Located in one of Florida’s fastest-growing healthcare markets, the hospital offers a collaborative care environment and serves as a vital step in the continuum of care for patients transitioning from acute hospitalization to home.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.