Physical Therapist 4

University of Miami•Plantation, FL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Miami is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist 4 to work in Plantation, FL. This role involves providing effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist 4 will collaborate with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists. This position may also involve training, mentoring, and overseeing lower-level Physical Therapist incumbents. The University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, they serve South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean, with physicians representing over 100 specialties and sub-specialties.

Requirements

Master's degree in relevant field required
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience required
Valid State of Florida Physical Therapist license required
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
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.
Uses high-level knowledge of the principles to develop and modify effective assessments and treatment plans.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.