Physical Therapist Outpatient Ortho

Trinity Health•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

The Physical Therapist in Outpatient Rehab develops individualized plans of care for patients, outlining their goals and expected outcomes. The therapist uses exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease pain, increase mobility, prevent further pain or injury, and facilitate health and wellness. Holy Cross Hospital is a full-service, nonprofit Catholic hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health. The organization is committed to compassionate, holistic, person-centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of physical therapy.
Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Florida.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and re-evaluate referred patients’ ability to perform functional skills and plan treatment programs designed to meet identified goals.
Initiate communication with physicians and other professionals to coordinate treatment efforts; contact family members and outside agents.
Maintain ongoing communication with the immediate supervisor, subordinates, and peers.
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to ensure assessment, treatment, and care are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Perform other job-related duties within the scope of the job as requested by the supervisor.