Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
Florida, New York, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physical Therapist
Specialty Orthopedic
Salary 120,000 – 130,000 yearly
Position Type Full Time W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Fort Pierce, Florida, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 10/27/24

Full-time Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) needed.

Supporting patients regain their mobility and improve their quality of life will be essential to your role as a physical therapist. An understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is necessary to be able to offer patients with the treatment they need.

Schedule: Full time

Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • 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

Qualifications:

  • Current CPR, physical and PPD
  • Preferred experience as a Physical Therapist.
  • Good organizational and communication skills.
  • Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
  • Current Florida State License as a Physical Therapist.
  • Current Florida Driver’s License, registration, and auto insurance.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Minimal paperwork.
  • Full caseload for a busy and fulfilling schedule.
  • 120k-130k/year.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Professional liability insurance.
  • Employee assistance program for mental health support.

We maintain a workplace that is stable, ethical, and supportive of our staff. We encourage you to apply.