Physical Therapist, PT

Award Care at Harts Harbor•Jacksonville, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Award Care is seeking caring and compassionate Physical Therapists to join its team in Jacksonville, Florida. The role involves developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, evaluating residents’ mobility, strength, and functional abilities, documenting progress, and communicating with residents, caregivers, facility staff, and other healthcare professionals. The position is offered as full-time or PRN. Full-time pay starts at $42 per hour and PRN pay starts at $50 per hour; rates depend on years of experience. The posting also lists a salary range of $38–$60 per hour.

Requirements

Graduate of a School of Physical Therapy.
Current State of Florida Physical Therapy License.
CPR Certification.

Nice To Haves

At least three months of recent experience as a Physical Therapist in a nursing home environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop a plan of treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations, including short- and long-term goals.
Implement treatment plans on a consistent schedule and adjust the schedule and plan according to residents’ progress.
Document residents’ progress according to approved medical documentation and facility procedures.
Evaluate residents’ mobility, strength, and current functional levels; set realistic goals scaled to residents’ abilities.
Report residents’ progress to residents, caregivers and loved ones, facility staff, and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment or care.
Assist other facility staff as needed to provide care and maintain a clean, orderly, and effective rehabilitation and physical therapy environment.