Physical Therapist (PT) PRN- ARU
About The Position
Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist at Kindred Hospital Melbourne. The therapist will provide care to patients in a specialty hospital setting. Patients may have serious or complex conditions, including respiratory failure, complex wounds, sepsis, stroke, and congestive heart failure, sometimes alongside conditions such as diabetes or COPD. Their care may involve mechanical ventilation, respiratory therapy, dialysis, or IV therapy. The Physical Therapist assesses patients, develops treatment plans, provides direct care to restore strength, mobility, and function, and educates patients and caregivers about home exercise programs. The role also involves accurate documentation, collaboration with rehabilitation teams, and participation in discharge planning.
Requirements
- Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state of Florida.
- Current CPR certification.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Conduct physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Provide direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
- Document treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
- Collaborate with rehabilitation teams and participate in discharge planning.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
