Physical Therapist Acute Care

Job description

Physical Therapist Acute Care
Our Benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Up to $10,000 student loan repayment
• Paid time off PTO
• 0% State Income Tax: Maximize your take-home pay
• Coastal Paradise: Live minutes from world-class white-sand Gulf beaches
• Top-Ranked Quality of Life: Work in one of the safest and healthiest communities in the US.
• One on One Patient Care - Enjoy Dedicated, individualized treatment sessions that allow you to focus on patient outcomes and build meaningful relationships
• Easy access to healthcare providers: Communicate with physicians and other healthcare providers to discuss patient care, coordinate treatment, address clinical concerns, and support comprehensive patient management.

Shift
• Full-Time
• Days - 8 hour days

Job Summary
The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation for children and adults as prescribed by a referring physician. This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.
Essential Functions
• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans across diverse patient populations.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and safety standards.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop effective treatment plans.
• Proficiency in using therapy equipment and technology for documentation and billing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical and legal standards.

Licenses and Certifications
• PT - Physical Therapist license in the state of employment required
• BLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required