PRN Physical Therapist (PT)

The Avante Group•Ocala, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Avante at Ocala Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide and direct physical therapy services to residents. The role includes assessing residents, planning and implementing treatment programs, documenting services, and communicating as needed. The Physical Therapist works under physicians’ orders and helps ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The position is per diem (PRN) at the Ocala, Florida center. It requires a bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist, and current state licensure or license eligibility. The posting lists 0–3 years of long-term care experience. Employment requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Registered Physical Therapist.
Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure.
0–3 years of long-term care experience.
Complete background screening through the AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

Provide Physical Therapy services to residents and initiate referrals when appropriate and in accordance with department procedures.
Screen residents at regular intervals to determine whether intervention or treatment is needed.
Evaluate residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated.
Implement and conduct treatment according to the treatment plan.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established standards.
Follow management direction.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Oversee and coordinate resident assessments to support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Document services and communicate as part of physical therapy service delivery.