Physical Therapist 2 - Sign On Bonus $5,000

University of Miami•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth department of The Miami Project has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Physical Therapist 2 to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Physical Therapist II provides effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with the APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist II collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists. This role is responsible for delivering effective and efficient rehabilitation services and interventions to research participants, in alignment with APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist II will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary scientific team, including Principal Investigators, postdoctoral and doctoral students, research scientists, and research coordinators. Conduct evaluations of new research participants, establish goals, and develop individualized treatment plans in alignment with study protocols. Deliver and progress therapy interventions within each participant’s capabilities, documenting all evaluations, treatments, and relevant interactions. Educate participants and families on medical conditions, treatment procedures, and study expectations. Administer, score, and interpret a variety of assessment instruments—including clinical, electrophysiological, and biomechanics measures—ensuring proficiency with all protocol-specific tools and procedures. Track participant performance, contribute to therapy progression plans, and maintain accurate data entry, record-keeping, and data management. Assist in data analysis, preparation of study publications, and presentation of research findings (with Principal Investigator approval) to internal and external audiences. Collaborate and maintain effective communication with the scientific team, participating in and helping manage research studies focused on neurological populations. Ensure in-person presence during research protocols to assist participants, perform lifts/transfers when needed, and operate laboratory equipment according to training. Support outreach and education activities related to wellness programs, and perform other duties as assigned to further the mission of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. Adhere to lab schedules determined by the Principal Investigator(s) based on study needs. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

Master's degree in relevant field required.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Valid State of Florida Physical Therapist license required
Current CPR certification
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and physical therapy treatments and modalities at a level normally acquired through completion DPT from an accredited school of physical therapy.
Sufficient on-the-job experience necessary to gain full knowledge of physical therapy techniques and objectives to develop and administer treatment programs to a neurologic patient population.
Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, family members, physicians, and other human service professionals.
Analytical ability necessary to prepare reports, maintain data, and identify concerns/responses of participants that require termination of interview or possible intervention.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when administering assessments or treatments, observing patients, and maintaining records.
Coordinate scheduling with other project staff.
Have effective time management, strong project management, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both written and verbally, and the ability to work as part of a team or independently as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Prefer Doctor of Physical Therapy
Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs evaluations of new patients to include the establishment of goals and appropriate treatment plans.
Progresses patients through different levels of treatment within the patient’s maximum capabilities.
Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding medical conditions.
Maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team.
Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain additional information and suggests revisions in treatment.
Conduct evaluations of new research participants, establish goals, and develop individualized treatment plans in alignment with study protocols.
Deliver and progress therapy interventions within each participant’s capabilities, documenting all evaluations, treatments, and relevant interactions.
Educate participants and families on medical conditions, treatment procedures, and study expectations.
Administer, score, and interpret a variety of assessment instruments—including clinical, electrophysiological, and biomechanics measures—ensuring proficiency with all protocol-specific tools and procedures.
Track participant performance, contribute to therapy progression plans, and maintain accurate data entry, record-keeping, and data management.
Assist in data analysis, preparation of study publications, and presentation of research findings (with Principal Investigator approval) to internal and external audiences.
Collaborate and maintain effective communication with the scientific team, participating in and helping manage research studies focused on neurological populations.
Ensure in-person presence during research protocols to assist participants, perform lifts/transfers when needed, and operate laboratory equipment according to training.
Support outreach and education activities related to wellness programs, and perform other duties as assigned to further the mission of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis.
Adhere to lab schedules determined by the Principal Investigator(s) based on study needs.