Physical Therapust- Hospital Based Rehab Services

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

5h

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers individualized treatment programs to help patients with cognitive and physical disabilities achieve their highest level of functional independence. Care is guided by American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) standards and is age-appropriate and patient-centered. Responsibilities are performed in alignment with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Physical Therapist license or certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrate a strong foundation in clinical skills and patient-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and various healthcare information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities, applying sound judgment in clinical decision-making.

Nice To Haves

• For experienced candidates, expertise in relevant areas such as hospital-based rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, or other specialized areas is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, plan and provide care, assess progress, adjust goals and treatment plans, and make discharge recommendations in accordance with APTA guidelines.
• Consider patients’ ages and developmental levels in all aspects of care.
• Maintain current knowledge and expertise in patient care.
• Respond to new evaluations within the time frames specified in policies and procedures for the applicable work area.
• Monitor changes in patients’ conditions and the work environment, and respond appropriately.
• Provide accurate, timely, and consistent medical-record documentation of patient care, patient and family education, and responses to care.
• Ensure patient-care goals are measurable and include specific time frames for attainment.
• Plan, provide, and maintain a safe environment for patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level