Seasonal Acute Physical Therapist

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:  

• Career Development  

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources 

• Mental Health Resources and Support 

Our promise to you:  

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.  

Schedule: PRN  

Shift: Days  

Location: 1500 SW 1^st Ave Ocala, Florida 34471 

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Ocala    

• Horse Capital of the World – Home to the World Equestrian Center 

• Affordable cost of living 

• Destination for outdoor enthusiast (golf, kayaking, horseback riding, nature trails) 

• Vibrant downtown area with award winning establishments 

• Family friendly with many parks and recreations 

• Driving distance to Gainesville, St. Augustine, Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota 

• Part of the community since 1898, providing healthcare to Marion County for over 120 years 

• AdventHealth Hospital Ocala offers a broad spectrum of services, with programs that are nationally recognized and accredited 

• Spectacular springs throughout the county  

The role you’ll contribute: 

 Provides direct and indirect services in the acute care, inpatient and/or outpatient rehabilitation settings.

Utilizes process improvement in achieving the goals of the Rehabilitation Department. Adheres to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies. May supervise other Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, technical aides, volunteers and interns. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:  

•  Performs evaluations and re-evaluations according to standards and recommended techniques. Establishes, implements and adapts an individualized treatment plan of care (including appropriate goal setting, treatment activities and frequency). Discharges patients when maximum benefit has been achieved and/or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.
• Documents accurately, completely, and timely with legible handwriting. Uses measurable and objective terminology following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department/hospital policy and procedures.
• Charges patient accurately, timely, and legibly according to guidelines of the CPT code format and following insurance guidelines.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:  

•  Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and five or more years of work experience in physical therapy, OR
• Masters or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

• Licensed in the State of Florida as a Physical Therapist, OR

• Temporary State of Florida permit as Physical Therapist*
• BLS Certificate

*Those employees working on a temporary permit can only practice under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist supervising no more than one “permittee” at any given time.  The supervising physical therapist must be licensed for a minimum of six months before the supervision period begins and must cosign all patient records.