PRN Physical Therapist (PT)

Kindred Healthcare; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation services is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. In this role, you will utilize your physical therapy skills to evaluate patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and guide nursing staff and families in follow-through programs. Your contributions will directly impact the recovery journey of patients, helping them regain independence after injury or illness. Join a mission-driven organization that prioritizes high-quality, patient-centered care and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and patient success. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy required with a current and unrestricted license.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and instruct nursing staff.
• Document patient care and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Fort Lauderdale
Setting: Inpatient Acute Rehab
Job Type: PRN
City/State: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient’s unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

What you will do in this role:

1. Put your physical therapy skills to work where they're really needed - evaluate a patient's condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better, day by day. You'll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient's families on follow-through programs that build on the progress they've made.
2. Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
3. Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
4. Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
5. Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
6. Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
2. Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state where services are rendered.
3. Current CPR certification.
4. Strong organizational and communication skills.

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.