Physical Therapist 2

University of Miami•Doral, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a full time Physical Therapist 2 to work in Doral, FL. 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.

Requirements

Doctorate degree in relevant field required
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Valid State of Florida Physical Therapist license required
Doctoral degree in physical therapy
Licensure in physical therapy
Minimum 2 years with board certification, 4 years without board certification
If 2 years - Board Certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS) or specialty certification through an approved program
Certification as a Clinical Instructor (CI)
320 hours of Physical Therapy student instruction as a CI
Approved minimum 50 hour - curriculum of courses to advance specified clinical expertise
Productivity attainment
Fulfillment of 3 professional development / engagement activities from the Clinical ladder Checklist
For Acute care “Specialist” criteria: must also include 4 of the 6 acute care rotations with one of them being critical care (CVICU, SICU, or MICU)

Nice To Haves

Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

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.
Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.
Orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.
Supervises and instructs physical therapy students according to professional guidelines.
Provides or participates in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community at large.
Represents the University at non-departmental conferences and seminars.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.
Participates in program development in specialty area to equip the team in meeting departmental and organizational service needs.
Attends and participates in Grand Rounds to represent the Department of Physical Therapy and acquire information from our larger medical community to disseminate relevant information for staff development and service delivery.
Serves as an advanced clinician to support the department’s educational mission and the health systems development initiatives.
Perform other duties as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator, or Associate Chair for Clinical Service.