Job Description

Locations: Jacksonville, Florida

Categories: Professional - Clinical

Req ID: 70896

Overview

PRN Physical Therapist. Outpatient

The Physical Therapist examines and evaluates patients, developing effective treatment plans appropriate for the patient condition. The Physical Therapist measures patient progress, modifies treatment plans and educates the patient to produce optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served:

• All Age Groups.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree. Specific course work: Physical Therapy preferred
• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy preferred

Licensure/Certifications

• Current Florida Physical Therapy license.
• BLS from the American Heart Association Preferred

Experience

• Less than one year clinical experience in area of job opening (e.g. Acute, outpatient, etc.).
• Experience in hospital-based rehabilitation services preferred.

Additional Skills

• Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory, procedures, practices and equipment.
• Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving.
• Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial measures in the treatment and care of patients.
• Ability to assess and implement a treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office suite.