What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist- URGENTLY HIRING position at Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute?
Company Description Celebration Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute is a regional resource for joint replacement, trauma, orthopedics, sports medicine, and spine care, serving patients from across Central Florida at its Orlando-area location. The practice offers specialized care from fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons who use advanced minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques. Services include treatment of fractures, orthopedic trauma, and a full range of joint procedures, such as hip, knee, shoulder, foot and ankle, hand, wrist, elbow, and rotator cuff surgeries, often performed in ambulatory surgery centers to support same-day recovery at home. Through Spine Group Orlando, the institute provides multidisciplinary care for complex spine conditions, including back and neck pain and scoliosis, drawing patients from Florida and Mexico. The team also partners closely with employers, injured workers, insurers, and case managers to deliver timely and accurate assessment and treatment of work-related injuries.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Physical Therapist role based in Celebration, FL. The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients referred for orthopedic, sports medicine, spine, and work-related injuries, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based rehabilitation services. Daily responsibilities include providing therapeutic exercises and manual therapy, educating patients and families on home care and injury prevention, and documenting assessments, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards. The role involves collaborating with orthopedic surgeons, spine specialists, and other clinical team members to coordinate care, adjust treatment plans, and support safe return to daily activities, work, and sports. The Physical Therapist will also contribute to discharge planning, including home exercise programs and recommendations for ongoing care or assistive devices.
Qualifications
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Physical Therapist role based in Celebration, FL. The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients referred for orthopedic, sports medicine, spine, and work-related injuries, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based rehabilitation services. Daily responsibilities include providing therapeutic exercises and manual therapy, educating patients and families on home care and injury prevention, and documenting assessments, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards. The role involves collaborating with orthopedic surgeons, spine specialists, and other clinical team members to coordinate care, adjust treatment plans, and support safe return to daily activities, work, and sports. The Physical Therapist will also contribute to discharge planning, including home exercise programs and recommendations for ongoing care or assistive devices.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Medicine and Physical Therapy to assess musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions and implement appropriate treatment plans.
- Demonstrated expertise in Rehabilitation, including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and functional training for orthopedic, sports, spine, and work-related injuries.
- Commitment to high-quality Patient Care, with skills in patient assessment, education, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Experience supporting Home Care, including designing safe and effective home exercise programs and providing clear instructions for continued recovery.
- Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida.
- Graduate degree in Physical Therapy (DPT or equivalent) from an accredited program.
- Prior experience in orthopedic, sports medicine, or spine rehabilitation settings is preferred.
- Ability to manage a varied caseload, maintain accurate documentation, and use electronic health record systems.
- Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and commitment to safety and ethical practice.