Physical Therapist (PT) (PRN)

Ambassador Healthcare at College Park; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambassador Healthcare at College Park in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. You will provide individualized therapy designed to improve residents' mobility, strength, balance, and independence, helping them regain function and quality of life.

The role requires an active Florida PT license, at least one year of nursing facility experience, strong clinical and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with an

Qualifications

• Active Florida PT license required.
• At least 1 year PT experience in a nursing facility preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Compassionate, resident‑focused care approach.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and set individualized goals and care plans.
• Implement therapy plans and complete required documentation on time.
• Address gait, strength, balance, endurance, mobility and function.
• Instruct on safe transfers, mobility, and therapeutic activities.
• Monitor progress and adjust therapy as residents improve.
• Recommend and train use of adaptive equipment and devices.
• Apply PT modalities suited to residents' needs.
• Collaborate with rehab and care teams for effective treatment.
• Participate in care planning and staffing discussions.
• Supervise supportive staff per Florida regulations.
• Educate nursing and medical staff on therapy techniques and safety.
• Monitor equipment and report supply or repair needs.
• Maintain compassionate, dignified care respecting each resident.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and facility policies.

Skills

Active Florida PT license

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Mobility/gait training

Education

Florida Physical Therapist license

Job description

Facility: Ambassador Healthcare at College Park
Location: Fort Myers, Florida
Position: Physical Therapist (PT)
Schedule: PRN
Pay Rate: $57.00 per hour

Join Our Rehabilitation Team!

Ambassador Healthcare at College Park is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PT) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. The Physical Therapist will provide individualized therapy services designed to improve residents' mobility, strength, balance, coordination, endurance, independence, and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents and develop individualized treatment goals and appropriate plans of care.

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans and complete all required documentation accurately and timely.

• Provide therapeutic interventions addressing gait, ambulation, muscle strength, coordination, endurance, mobility, posture, sensory awareness, sitting and standing skills, balance, and functional independence.

• Instruct residents in safe mobility, transfer, ambulation, and therapeutic activities.

• Evaluate resident progress and modify treatment programs based on individual needs and response to therapy.

• Recommend, design, fit, and train residents in the use of adaptive equipment, orthotics, prosthetics, and other assistive devices as appropriate.

• Select and apply appropriate physical therapy modalities and therapeutic techniques based on resident needs.

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation and care teams to ensure appropriate and effective treatment.

• Participate in resident care planning and staffing conferences.

• Supervise supportive personnel in accordance with Florida regulations and professional standards.

• Provide education and training to nursing, medical, and other facility staff regarding physical therapy techniques, mobility, positioning, and safety.

• Monitor therapy equipment and supplies; communicate repair, replacement, and supply needs as necessary.

• Maintain a safe, caring, and compassionate environment while respecting each resident's dignity, rights, preferences, and individual needs.

• Maintain compliance with applicable state regulations, professional standards, and facility policies.

Requirements

• Current, active, and unencumbered Florida Physical Therapist (PT) license.

• At least 1 year of physical therapy experience in a nursing home or skilled nursing facility preferred.

• Strong clinical, communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

• Compassionate and resident-focused approach to care.

Why Join Ambassador Healthcare at College Park?

If you're a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) looking for a flexible PRN opportunity in Fort Myers, FL, we invite you to join our supportive rehabilitation team.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents by helping them improve their mobility, regain function, increase independence, and achieve a better quality of life.