Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Topaz Fiscal Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Topaz Fiscal Services is seeking a Physical Therapist in Jacksonville, FL to provide assessment and treatment for facility patients. You will screen, evaluate, and develop individualized treatment plans under physician orders, while guiding therapy staff and ensuring high-quality care.

You will collaborate with a rehab team, participate in meetings, and pursue ongoing professional development. A valid state license and relevant education are required to join this team.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current state license to practice Physical Therapy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrates competency in therapy principles.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for screening, evaluation, and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Physical Therapy services.
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings to determine patient need and benefit for services.
• Performs patient evaluations under physician order and develops treatment plans.
• Implements treatment plans through direct treatment, staff education, and supervision of therapy staff.
• Participates in continuing education and professional development; maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with procedures.
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings to relay clinical findings and recommendations to rehab team.

Skills

Communication skills

Therapy treatment knowledge

Accreditation standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

Qualifications: The Physical Therapist must: have a Bachelors and/or Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, have a current state license, have excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrate competency in therapy treatment and evaluation principles, techniques, materials, and equipment utilization, and demonstrate knowledge of state and federal accreditation standards.

The Physical Therapist:

• Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of facility patients/residents needing Physical Therapy services
• Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for services and ability to benefit from skilled services
• Performs patient’s evaluations under physician order and develops a treatment plan in accordance with patient’s needs
• Implements treatment plan through direct treatment, education of treatment staff, and supervision of physical therapy staff
• Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth and development by participating in continuing education programs and other appropriate learning experiences
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, facility, and physician-related information
• Maintains accurate billing information, in accordance with procedures, on a daily basis
• Attends and participates in interdisciplinary meetings, as appropriate, to relay clinical findings and recommendations to other members of the rehab team
• Attends and participates in family meetings, as appropriate
• Adheres to documentation requirements of the Rehabilitation department and the facility
• Conducts staff training/education, as appropriate, via formal and informal in-services and consultations
• Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility and Rehab Policy and Procedure Manual
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and rehabilitation aides/extenders as indicated by patient needs and state laws and discipline practice act
• Supervises non-professional staff, as appropriate

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