Day (United States of America)

Physical Therapist

Under general supervision, participates in the evaluation, planning, recording, and implementation of patient care programs designed to maintain, improve, or restore physical function and to assist patients in reaching their maximum performance level. Manages a specific caseload of patients from admission through discharge.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

Must be licensed as a physical therapist in the state of Florida

BLS/CPR Required

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Good coordination and fine motor skills, endurance, strength, and dexterity.
Requires self-motivation and initiative skills along with excellent communication both verbal and non-verbal.
Familiarity with computer documentation preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.
Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards.
Meets all requirements for mandatory in-services.
Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care.
Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress code.
Exhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
Shows courtesy, compassion and respect for all customers.
Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Comply with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standards.

Age related factors are considered in developing care, treatment, education and evaluation of patients ranging in age from pediatrics to geriatrics. Knowledge of age-related factors are applied appropriately in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and department policies and procedures.

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