Physical Therapist | HCA Florida Northwest Hospital Margate, FL

Texas Nursing Services•Margate, FL

3d•$37 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital is a 289-bed medical center recognized for excellence in patient care. The facility holds the Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission , is a certified Primary Stroke Center , and an accredited Chest Pain Center . The hospital is also a Comprehensive Bariatric Center of Excellence , offering high-quality, patient-centered care using the latest healthcare technology. We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join our acute care team, providing individualized therapeutic care to patients across the continuum of care.

Requirements

Current Physical Therapy license
Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy (or higher)
Minimum 2 years of acute care experience
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification (must be obtained within 30 days of start)

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-acuity or acute care hospital settings
Strong communication and patient education skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

Provide evaluations and treatment interventions within the scope of practice and professional code of ethics
Assess and evaluate patients therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status
Develop and implement individualized care plans in coordination with physicians and the care team
Provide skilled therapeutic care, using interventions and techniques to improve patient condition/function
Educate patients, families, and caregivers on exercises, therapeutic devices, and techniques for use outside of sessions
Prioritize caseload, coordinate daily staffing needs, and manage assignments and handoffs