Posted 7 months ago
Physical Therapist
Pensacola, Florida, United StatesOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
A physical therapist assesses and treats patients, develops individualized care plans, and leads therapy sessions within the care team, often in patients’ homes.
About this role
Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for a top ** Healthcare** client.
This key clinical role manages the complete therapeutic care process for an assigned patient caseload, working in coordination with the physician and the entire patient care team. The PT conducts thorough patient assessments, develops and implements individualized care plans focused on goal achievement, and directs purposeful therapy to support patients throughout the continuum of care and ensure a positive patient experience.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive patient evaluations and administer specialized treatment interventions within the scope of practice and professional code of ethics.
- Assess and evaluate the therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status of patients to contribute to the development of the total plan of care.
- Deliver purposeful and skilled therapeutic care (often at the patient's home, based on typical PT duties) using established procedures consistent with the physician's plan of care.
- Instruct the patient, family, and caregiver in the safe and effective use of at-home therapies, exercises, therapeutic appliances, and/or prosthetic devices.
- Prioritize the assigned patient caseload, determine daily staffing needs, and coordinate assignments or handoffs to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Document all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and patient education accurately and in a timely manner.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is **REQUIRED **.
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program is required.
Experience
- **New Graduates are accepted **; prior professional experience is not required.
Certifications/Licenses
- Current State Licensed Physical Therapist is ** required **.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
Skills
- Proven ability to provide comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized, goal-oriented care plans autonomously.
- Strong professional communication and instructional skills for patient and caregiver education.
- Effective prioritization and caseload management abilities.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
- Comprehensive **medical, dental, and vision insurance **.
- Life insurance and ** disability coverage **.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
Skills
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)Caseload ManagementDocumentation And Progress NotesGoal-oriented Care PlanningHome-based TherapyPatient And Caregiver EducationPhysical Therapy AssessmentsRehabilitation PlanningState Licensed Physical TherapistTherapeutic Intervention
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