Physical Therapist

Award Care at Colonial Lakes•Winter Garden, FL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Award Care is seeking Physical Therapists to provide rehabilitation and physical therapy to residents at its Colonial Lakes location in Winter Garden, Florida. The role involves evaluating residents, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, and communicating with residents, caregivers, facility staff, and other healthcare professionals. The posting lists full-time and part-time positions, with pay starting at $42 per hour based on experience; PRN positions start at $50 per hour based on experience. The listed salary range is $38–$60 per hour. Additional holiday pay and overtime hours may apply. A background check is required. Award Care is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Graduate of a School of Physical Therapy.
State of Florida Physical Therapy License.
CPR Certification.

Nice To Haves

At least three months of recent experience as a Physical Therapist working in a nursing home environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop a plan of treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations, including short- and long-term goals.
Implement treatment plans on a consistent schedule and adjust the schedule and plan according to residents’ progress.
Document residents’ progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
Evaluate residents’ mobility, strength, and current functional levels, and set goals scaled to their abilities and realistically attainable.
Report residents’ progress to residents, caregivers and loved ones, facility staff, and healthcare professionals involved in their ongoing treatment or care.
Assist other facility staff as needed to provide care and maintain a clean, orderly, and effective rehabilitation and physical therapy environment.