Physical Therapist 2

University of Miami•North Miami, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II provides effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with APTA guidelines. The role collaborates with healthcare teams, including physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists, and serves as an advanced clinician supporting the department’s educational mission and health system development initiatives. The position is full time at the University of Miami UHealth SoLe Mia Medical Center in North Miami, Florida. The therapist evaluates new patients, establishes goals and treatment plans, progresses patients through treatment within their capabilities, documents care, and educates patients and families. The role also supports clinical education, quality and safety improvement, program development, staff development, and service delivery. Duties may vary based on departmental needs, and other consistent duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in a relevant field; the department addendum specifies a doctoral degree in physical therapy.
Valid Florida Physical Therapist license.
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience unless qualifying for the 2-year experience pathway described in the department addendum.
For the 2-year experience pathway: board certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS) or specialty certification through an approved program.
For the 2-year experience pathway: certification as a Clinical Instructor (CI), 320 hours of physical therapy student instruction as a CI, an approved curriculum of at least 50 hours of courses advancing specified clinical expertise, productivity attainment, and completion of 3 professional development or engagement activities from the Clinical Ladder Checklist.
For Acute Care “Specialist” criteria: at least 4 of the 6 acute care rotations, including one critical-care rotation (CVICU, SICU, or MICU).
Learning agility and ability to learn procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to collaborate and contribute to a team environment.
Technical proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Evaluate new patients, establish goals, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Progress patients through treatment levels within their maximum capabilities.
Document evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions.
Communicate effectively with rehabilitation team members and with physicians and their staff, including obtaining additional information and suggesting treatment revisions.
Participate in quality and safety improvement activities.
Orient, instruct, and direct the work activities of assistants and support personnel.
Supervise and instruct physical therapy students according to professional guidelines.
Provide or participate in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community.
Represent the University at non-departmental conferences and seminars.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Use treatment tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Maintain satisfactory productivity and adjust personal schedules when needed for a crisis or real clinic need.
Participate in specialty-area program development to help the team meet departmental and organizational service needs.
Attend and participate in Grand Rounds to represent the Department of Physical Therapy and gather information for staff development and service delivery.
Perform other duties as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator or Associate Chair for Clinical Service.