Physical Therapist, PT Full Time and PRN

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Roosevelt Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to assess and treat residents in our long-term care setting. You will develop individualized treatment plans, document progress, and educate patients and families on therapy strategies.

Responsibilities include supervising PT Assistants, ensuring documentation quality, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care while maintaining HIPAA compliance and

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Valid Florida professional license and registration.
• Overseeing Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience in long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation skills and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary team.
• Punctual, professional, and confidential handling per HIPAA.
• Compliance with Residents Rights and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients and provide direct care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals.
• Document patient condition and progress notes.
• Educate patients and families on therapy methods.
• Coordinate discharge and summary documentation.
• Supervise PT Assistants.
• Ensure timely adherence to hours and professionalism.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Education

DPT / PT degree

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