Physical Therapist (Pool)

Orlando Health, Inc.; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to evaluate patients with injuries or disabilities and coordinate interventions to maximize functional outcomes. The role involves data gathering from patients, physicians, and the care team, with treatment plans that align with the continuum of care.

The candidate will demonstrate competency with department equipment, ensure age-appropriate care, and maintain thorough documentation and billing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in physical therapy from an approved program.
• Florida Physical Therapist license (temporary permit acceptable).
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and collect data from patients, physicians, and team members.
• Develop and adjust treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Ensure safety and proper use of therapy equipment.
• Provide care appropriate to age and developmental needs.
• Document and bill procedures accurately.
• Educate patients and families about therapy and progress.
• Maintain attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient assessment

Data collection

Interdisciplinary communication

Treatment planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Works with patients who have impairments, limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. The Physical Therapist role includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and interventions toward achieving the highest functional outcomes for each patient or client.

Shift: PRN

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, the physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources.
• Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives and treats accordingly.
• Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observing safety precautions and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to treat and provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned caseload.
• Re-evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.
• Provides care as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her practicing location (s).Recognizes and communicates when the patient has received optimal benefit from physical therapy.
• Adheres to State Practice Act and Standards of Practice.
• Ensures complete documentation and accurate billing.
• Provides patient/family education as indicated.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an approved program in physical therapy.
• None.
• Maintains current Physical Therapist license in the State of Florida. Temporary permit acceptable.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.