Physical Therapist 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist 1 in Miami, Florida. The position provides physical therapy and wellness services to patients and clients with impairments, functional disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. The Physical Therapist helps patients and clients restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities, while collaborating with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists. The role includes evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, documenting care, educating patients and families, communicating with physicians, using rehabilitation equipment safely, and contributing to quality and safety initiatives. The Physical Therapist may orient and direct assistants and support personnel, participate in learning programs, and adjust their schedule when required by a crisis or clinic need. The department expects timely and accurate documentation, adherence to institutional policies and confidentiality requirements, and professional, collaborative conduct.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida.
No experience required.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate new patients, establish goals, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Document evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions daily.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions and provide instructions for home activities.
Communicate with physicians and their staff to obtain necessary information and suggest treatment revisions.
Use treatment tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Maintain the established level of productivity and adjust the personal schedule when required by a crisis or clinic need.
Participate in quality and safety improvement activities.
Orient, instruct, and direct the work activities of assistants and support personnel.
Use appropriate methods and materials for learning programs, monitor their effectiveness, and adapt programs as needed.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Complete comprehensive, timely, and accurate documentation that meets organizational, regulatory, and institutional standards.
Maintain punctuality, reliability, accountability, respectful communication, and professional behavior.
Adhere to institutional policies, ethical standards, and patient confidentiality requirements.