Physical Therapist (PT/DPT) - Outpatient Rehab - Clermont, Don Wickham

Orlando Health•Clermont, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist works with patients experiencing impairments, limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. The role includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions to help each patient or client achieve the highest functional outcomes. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, at Orlando Health Ambulatory – Outpatient Rehab, 1925 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont, Florida. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an approved physical therapy program.
Current Physical Therapist license in the State of Florida; a temporary permit is acceptable.
Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients using information from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings when available, family members, significant others, and other data sources.
Develop treatment plans that integrate with the continuum of care, establish specific goals and objectives, and provide treatment accordingly.
Demonstrate competency in the use, care, and maintenance of profession-specific equipment; observe safety precautions and explain equipment and its purpose.
Provide age-appropriate care based on knowledge and skills relevant to the patients on the assigned caseload and at the practice location.
Re-evaluate patients and modify treatment plans and goals when appropriate.
Apply knowledge of growth and development across the life span and assess and interpret patient-status information to identify age-specific needs.
Provide care in accordance with unit, area, and department policies and procedures.
Recognize and communicate when a patient has received optimal benefit from physical therapy.
Adhere to the State Practice Act and Standards of Practice.
Complete documentation and ensure accurate billing.
Provide patient and family education as indicated.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.