Physical Therapist | UF Health Jacksonville Downtown Inpatient | Full-time | Days (Fri-Tues)

UF Health•Jacksonville, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist examines and evaluates patients and develops effective treatment plans appropriate to each patient's condition. The therapist measures patient progress, modifies treatment plans, and educates patients to produce optimal outcomes. This full-time role is based in UF Health Jacksonville Downtown Inpatient and works 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday through Tuesday. The therapist serves patients of all age groups.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; specific coursework in Physical Therapy is preferred.
Current Florida Physical Therapy license.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Less than one year of clinical experience in the area of the job opening, such as acute or outpatient care.
Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory, procedures, practices, and equipment.
Good communication skills and a proactive, positive approach to problem solving.
Thorough knowledge of possible hazards, necessary precautions, and remedial measures in the treatment and care of patients.
Ability to assess and implement treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
Computer skills in the Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
Experience in hospital-based rehabilitation services.

Responsibilities

Perform physical therapy examinations and evaluations for simple and complex clinical presentations, establish prognoses and therapy diagnoses, and create plans of care that anticipate goals, frequency, and duration of treatment.
Select and modify treatment interventions, including patient education, to support successful patient outcomes and use evidence to guide patient management strategies.
Generate documentation and charges that justify services, follow departmental documentation guidelines, and comply with insurance requirements.
Contribute to personal, staff, departmental, and organizational growth through development activities such as performance improvement, in-services, mentorship, program development, community service, and committees.
Serve as a Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy students, provide teaching and mentoring, and work with the Clinical Education Coordinator to proactively solve problems.
Support organizational and department goals and demonstrate commitment to individual goals.
Supervise PT Assistants and Rehab Techs as they relate to patient care.
Meet productivity expectations for the area served.
Represent the department at meetings as requested.
Assist with inventory and supply control and conservation.
Follow infection control and safety guidelines.
Participate in departmental Performance Improvement activities.
Perform other duties assigned by management within the job specification.