What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Fort Myers Outpatient position at Discovery Senior Living?
Job Title: FT Physical Therapist for Outpatient
Location: Fort Myers
Discovery At Home- Voted Great Place to Work 3 yrs running
With Discovery Senior Living's stability and presence in 340 communities in nearly 40 states (and growing), We offer our Home Health team members a unique set of advantages including decreased travel & commute times with the majority of work based in Independent and Assisted Living communities, exceptional work culture, and real growth and development.
At Discovery Senior Living / Discovery At Home, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY. So if you’re thinking of aligning yourself with Discovery Senior Living know this: We go to great lengths to make sure ours is (and will always be) a culture that everyone can be proud of.
BENEFITS
- NEW! Newly revised competitive rates
- Flexible Scheduling
- Great Benefit packages
- Generous PTO
- Paid Life Insurance
- 401k with company contribution
- Mileage Reimbursement $.70/mile
- Weekend & Holiday Pay
- Free CEUs
- Career Advancement
Position Summary
- Conduct initial evaluations to assess patients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans
- Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans based on patient needs and goals
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Educate patients and caregivers on proper techniques to improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent injuries
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive comprehensive care
- Provide home health services as needed, including supervisory visits, to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Stay up-to-date with current literature and research regarding physical therapy modalities, treatment protocols, and clinical trends
Qualifications:
• A degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program• A Florida state PT license and current CPR/AED certification• Experience in outpatient and/or home health setting preferred• Ability to work independently and as part of a team• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Possess solid problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills• Ability to work with a diverse patient population
BENEFITS
- NEW! Newly revised competitive rates
- Flexible Scheduling
- Generous Holiday and PTO (FT)
- Vested 401k with company contribution
- Inclusive benefit package (FT)
- Mileage Reimbursement $.70
- Weekend & Holiday Pay
- Free CEUs
- Career Advancement
Position Summary
- Provide Home Health and Outpatient services
- Conduct initial evaluations to assess patients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans
- Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans based on patient needs and goals
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Educate patients and caregivers on proper techniques to improve mobility, reduce pain, and prevent injuries
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive comprehensive care
- Provide home health services as needed, including supervisory visits, to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Stay up-to-date with current literature and research regarding physical therapy modalities, treatment protocols, and clinical trends
Qualifications:
- A degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- A Florida state PT license and current CPR/AED certification
- Home Health Experience preferred
- One-year experience in an outpatient setting preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Possess solid problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work with a diverse patient population
Salary : $70