Physical Therapist, PT Full Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Lake Lucerne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in a long-term care setting. You will develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans and monitor progress with a patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities include documenting patient status, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and educating patients and families. Florida licensure and timely, professional care are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must hold a valid Florida PT license.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Excellent documentation and patient-centered care.
• Confidentiality and residents' rights compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients to determine rehabilitation needs and establish treatment goals.
• Provide direct patient care and implement personalized rehabilitation plans.
• Document patient condition, progress, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods and goals.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Patient assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Leadership of PTAs

Geriatric care

Punctuality

Education

Bachelor's/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team.

Physical Therapist (PT) Duties Include:

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require rehabilitation services which includes: providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation. Also, the Physical Therapist will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patients capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician. As well, the Physical Therapist must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patients condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.

Physical Therapist (PT) Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Must have a valid Florida professional license and registration.
• The Physical Therapist is responsible for overseeing and supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.
• Well versed with documentation writing
• Evaluations, weekly progress notes, recertification and discharge documentations.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.
• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation
• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Wages

Based on Experience

Background Screening Requirment:

This position is subjet to Florida background screening requirments.

For information please visit : https://info.flclearinghouse.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer