Physical Therapist Skilled |Facility Based Outpatient Care| South Tampa | Monday-Friday 8am-5pm | Full Time + Benefits

TGH Home Care•Tampa, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Care in South Tampa, Monday–Friday. This role offers flexible hours (e.g., 8am-5pm or 7am-3pm) and involves working in a supportive assisted living community. You will build meaningful relationships with patients and witness their progress over time. As a Facility-Based Physical Therapist, you will provide skilled therapy services to residents in a consistent community setting. Join a Home Health Leader with 50 Years of Service. For 50 years, Visiting Nurse Association of Florida (VNA) has been helping patients heal, recover, and remain as independent as possible. Today, TGH Home Care powered by VNA of Florida brings that trusted experience and compassionate care to Tampa General Hospital patients and the Tampa Bay community. Join a team backed by the strength of Tampa General Hospital and VNA's 50-year legacy of care, where your expertise matters and your work makes a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.

Requirements

Active Florida Physical Therapist (PT) license
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills
Knowledge of evidence-based physical therapy practices
Strong communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and committed to continuous professional growth

Nice To Haves

Experience with older adults, geriatrics, outpatient therapy, assisted living, skilled nursing, or home health is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy services under Medicare Part B to residents in an assisted living community.
Complete comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments of mobility, strength, balance, coordination, gait, and functional abilities.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient's needs, goals, and level of function.
Provide therapeutic interventions designed to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, coordination, and overall functional independence.
Evaluate patients' progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate to achieve optimal outcomes.
Help patients safely perform activities of daily living and maintain their independence within the community.
Identify fall risks and functional limitations and implement appropriate interventions to improve safety and mobility.
Educate patients, families, caregivers, and facility staff on exercises, mobility strategies, fall prevention, and recommendations for continued progress.
Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, occupational and speech therapists, facility staff, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
Communicate changes in patient condition and progress toward goals with the appropriate members of the care team.
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and collaborate with the assisted living community to promote continuity and quality of care.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, plans of care, and care coordination.
Demonstrate strong customer service and build positive relationships with patients, families, facility staff, and healthcare partners.
Participate in ongoing education and professional development to maintain clinical knowledge and provide high-quality care.
Be self-motivated, growth-minded, and committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience.