Physical Therapist Full Time

UHS • Lakewood Ranch, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The physical therapist is responsible for providing competent evaluation and treatment to outpatients and/or inpatients in compliance with hospital policies and procedures, JCAHO standards and the APTA code of ethics. The physical therapist will provide intervention to individuals who experience a loss of and/or deficiency in functional independence related to chronic, traumatic or developmental illness, impairment and/or disability. Interventions are developed with the patient and their family and/or significant other(s) as partners in the rehabilitation process. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• FL State PT License
• BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Remain current FL State PT License
• Remain current BLS Certification.
• Evaluations are completed within time frames set by departmental policy
• Evaluations meet JCAHO, Medicare and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Demonstrates proficiency in basic evaluative skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency in evaluation of the orthopedic patient.
• Demonstrates proficiency in evaluation of the patient with neurological parthology.
• Demonstrates proficiency in basic treatment techniques.
• Demonstrates skills in fitting assistive devices and gait training safety.
• Identifies physical and psychological changes related to specific age groups.
• Provides instructions in language appropriate for patient’s age, avoiding medical jargon.
• Attends at least one conference/workshop per year an provided in-service to peers.
• Includes other disciplines and team members as resources during care planning processOther duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed