Physical Therapist (PT)
On-siteOrlando, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Conduct physical therapy treatments for residents, interpreting physician directions and establishing effective relationships with patients and medical staff. Perform assessments to determine fitness for practice, outline expected treatment benefits, and implement necessary precautionary measures regarding patient safety hazards. Maintain patient and employee confidentiality while demonstrating emotional stability to cope with care demands. This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening and licensure eligibility. Prior experience in physical therapy and membership in the American Physical Therapy Association are preferred.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of the academic requirements of an educational program in physical therapy which has been approved for the educational preparation of physical therapists by the appropriate accrediting agency recognized by the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation or the United States Department of Education at the time of her or his graduation
- Passed, to the satisfaction of the board, the American Registry Examination prior to 1971 or a national examination approved by the board to determine her or his fitness for practice as a physical therapist
- Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice as a physical therapist in the state of Florida
- Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience in Physical Therapy
- Member of state and national American Physical Therapy Association
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Proficient administrative and public relations skills
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in physical therapy
- Thorough knowledge of the possible hazards to patients during treatment and necessary precautionary and remedial measures
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and to obtain their cooperation in the treatment prescribed
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the medical staff and other personnel
- Ability to understand, interpret, and adopt a physician's written or oral directions and to recommend treatment programs and outline expected benefits regarding physical therapy
- Demonstrate emotional stability in order to cope with the demands of both patients and employees
- Knowledge of Medicare and third party reimbursement
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