Physical Therapist 1

University of Miami•Miami, FL

6d•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 role 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 restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities while collaborating with healthcare teams that may include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists. The position evaluates patients, establishes goals, and develops treatment plans; documents patient care; educates patients and families; communicates with physicians; and uses rehabilitation tools and equipment safely. The therapist also contributes to productivity, quality and safety activities, and the orientation and direction of assistants and support personnel. Department-specific duties include meeting established productivity expectations, completing timely and accurate documentation, using rehabilitation and office equipment and electronic medical record systems, and maintaining professional conduct and patient confidentiality.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
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 independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Adherence to institutional policies, ethical standards, and patient confidentiality.

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 a satisfactory level of productivity and adjust personal schedules when there is 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.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Complete comprehensive, timely, and accurate documentation that meets organizational, regulatory, and institutional standards.
Use necessary rehabilitation equipment, durable medical equipment, general office equipment, electronic medical records, and related software tools in accordance with confidentiality requirements.
Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, accountability, respectful communication, and professional conduct.