Physical Therapist (PT) - Geriatric Rehab Leader

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Boulevard Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team. The PT will assess patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care, establishing treatment plans geared to capacity and tolerance.

The role includes documentation, patient and family education, and collaboration with the care team. Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program and a Florida license; experience with geriatric care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy college or university.
• Florida license required and registration.
• Oversee and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care preferred.
• Strong documentation and charting skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess referred patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct patient care.
• Establish and administer treatment programs with goals based on patient capacity and tolerance.
• Document and record patients' condition and progress; educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care; ensure timely, professional service.
• Report to work on time; adhere to scheduled hours; comply with confidentiality and HIPAA.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Documentation writing

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Time management

Education

PT degree

Job description

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing team. The PT will assess patients requiring rehabilitation and provide direct care, establishing treatment plans geared to capacity and tolerance.

The role includes documentation, patient and family education, and collaboration with the care team. Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program and a Florida license; experience with geriatric care is preferred.