Physical Therapist Acute Care

Overview

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. #ACDP

Qualifications

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups.
• Required
• Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Specific course work:
• Physical
• Therapy preferred
• Necessary
• Skills: 1. Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory, procedures, practices and equipment. 2. Good communication skills. Proactive, positive approach to problem solving. 3. Thorough knowledge of possible hazards/necessary precautions/remedial measures in the treatment and care of patients. 4. Ability to assess and implement a treatment programs for simple and complex therapy diagnoses. 5. Computer skills in Microsoft Office suite.
• Required
• Licensure/Certifications: Current Florida Physical Therapy license.
• BLS from the
• American
• Heart
• Association
• Preferred
• Experience: Experience in hospital-based rehabilitation services.
• Preferred
• Education:
• Master's or
• Doctorate degree in
• Physical
• Therapy
• Required
• Experience: Less than one year clinical experience in area of job opening (e.g. Acute, outpatient, etc.)