Select Specialty Hospital - Miami Lakes·Hialeah, Florida
Perform systematic patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for critically ill patients. Supervise therapy assistants and students while coordinating discharge planning and patient education.
Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment. Promoting continuous quality improvement. Teaching and counseling patients/families. Setting goals and developing treatment plans. Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs. Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment. Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students. Conducting individual patient therapy regimens. Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed. Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures. Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.
Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist required. Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Must hold a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist. BLS certification is required either at the time of hire or within the first 90 days of employment.
Market context
Florida employers commonly seek licensed Physical Therapists for full-time roles in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and rehabilitation settings. These positions can be competitive because candidates need current state licensure and BLS certification, and employers often look for experience that supports patient mobility, recovery, and care coordination. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to confirm fit, then verify your licensure status and BLS timeline before applying.
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