Physical Therapist (Faculty Group Practice) *Onsite – West Palm Beach, FL*

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Faculty Group Practice Physical Therapist.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for evaluating physical therapy needs and implementing comprehensive, medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to assigned patients in a supervised program of rehabilitation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates continued proficiency in skills required to treat assigned patient populations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Initial Assessment and Evaluation of Physical Therapy needs for specifically assigned patient populations – Review medical charts to ascertain important medical information and clarify referral/Treatment orders if necessary for unfamiliar diagnoses. Select appropriate assessment tools and methods to accurately determine the patient’s status for developing an optimal treatment plan. Demonstrates effective clinical decision-making and implements changes/adaptations to the Treatment Plan when appropriate.
• Implements Treatment Plans and Protocols according to current professional and health system standards. Establishes achievable and appropriate treatment goals with patient and family. Considers a variety of validated treatment approaches and rationales for the achievement of patient goals. Select appropriate technical aids/assistive devices and correctly refer patients to other clinical services to achieve stated program/team treatment goals. Assesses the educational needs of patients, and families, and implements a variety of methods for patient/family education and training during the rehabilitation process.
• Completes all required documentation for patient care and reimbursement. Completes and plans all required documentation in the medical chart as required by Department guidelines and JACHO/CARF requirements. Clinical Documentation is thorough and complete using appropriate medical and clinical terminology. Accurately records all treatment given including completion of the daily treatment record.
• Participates in Clinical Education of Fieldwork students and other professional educational endeavors. Teaches and supervises assigned students in the appropriate techniques, skills, and procedures. Demonstrates a genuine interest in assisting students in enhancing their knowledge and skill levels. Encourages positive learning experiences for Career Opportunity Students and other Non-Fieldwork students.
• Responsible for a certain level of patient care productivity as indicated by individual Unit Procedures. Demonstrates the ability to provide expected patient contact as indicated by productivity reports and patient contact analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy. Florida State Physical Therapy License or temporary permit. Good Communication and interpersonal skills. 

Required Licenses: Phys Thrpst License-FL

Preferred Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Physical Therapy or related field.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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