Since 1995, South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine has been dedicated to providing comprehensive orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care for patients along southeast Florida’s Treasure Coast.
Our physicians have outstanding credentials, and we continue to grow and expand our rehabilitation services. We are looking for a skilled and caring Physical Therapist (PT) who understands and is committed to exceptional professional standards and quality patient care.
Our Physical Therapists are an integral part of the patient care and rehabilitation programs we provide. Our Physical Therapists collaborate closely with our physicians, clinical staff and PT teams to manage and advance the quality of care we administer.
In this role you will : Conduct physical therapy evaluations and review physician orders to establish appropriate treatment plans.
Implements treatment program consisting of manual therapy, modalities, therapeutic exercise, and patient education. Effectively communicate with patient in regard to patient diagnosis, treatment plan and goals.
Provide clear instruction in proper exercise technique, equipment use and home exercise program. Conduct physical therapy re-evaluation following established time guidelines to include objective findings.
Perform discharge planning with appropriate discharge instruction to patient, including written home exercise program (as necessary).
Respond to patient questions and or concerns. We have opportunities for full-time, part-time, temporary and per-diem therapists in our Stuart and Tradition (Port St.
Lucie) offices. Requirements : Qualified candidates must be a graduate of an accredited program, Master’s degree preferred.
Must have current Florida PT license. EHR experience and computer skills very helpful. Experience in an orthopaedic practice is helpful, but not required.
Physical Demands : Standing and walking for extended periods of time. Lifting, pulling, and stooping when assisting patients up to 300 lbs.
Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Employment Type : Full Time Years Experience : 1 - 3 years Bonus / Commission : Yes