Search jobs > Orlando, FL > Physical therapist

Physical Therapist Sr (CASUAL/PRN)

Nemours
Orlando, FL, US
Full-time

Nemours is seeking a Physical Therapist Sr (CASUAL / PRN), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Orlando, Florida.

This is a PRN PT Senior position in our acute / inpatient rehab settings.

The position will provide coverage as needed when full-time staff are off or when there is an increase in census.

The need and hours will vary.

The position requires at least 1 shift to be worked within a 3 month period and 1 holiday or holiday weekend day per year.

Located in Orlando, Fla., Nemours Children's Hospital is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system.

Our 130-bed pediatric hospital also features the area's only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region.

A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children's Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond.

In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve, we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.

Provides Physical Therapy evaluation, treatment, and consultation to patients referred to the Nemours Children's Hospital Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Services Department.

Services are provided under the prescription of a physician and within the guidelines designated by departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

Physical Therapist d emonstrates proficiency in the care of pediatrics for patients ages birth to 21yo.

May also require proficiency with neonates as required by the assigned setting.

  • Demonstrates competency in pediatric physical therapy as per department clinical competencies.
  • Staff development : assesses existing and develops new activities that promote general knowledge and professionalism within the department;

participates in peer review process.

  • Clinical Education : Assists in mentoring affiliating physical therapy students, new physical therapy staff, support personnel, and volunteers.
  • Keeps current with trends and research in the field of Physical Therapy.
  • Professional Development : Attends in-services / continuing education, provides updates in the form of in-services to associates.

Participates in professional learning opportunities as required by state specifications and Nemours.

Developing ties with professional organizations.

Provides educational in-services and experiences to the discipline / program and outside community.

Program Development : participates in activities to increase program use, awareness, and marketing.

Attends program meetings.

Contributes to achievement of department / program goals.

Collaborates with community partners and participates in physical therapy related community events.

Provides outreach assistance to outside professionals concerning children with physical therapy needs.

  • Works collaboratively with other departments and specialties.
  • Completes timely documentation as required by departmental policy and The Joint Commission, and CARF standards.
  • Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member.
  • Maintains knowledge of insurance referral / authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services. Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
  • Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years experience required.
  • Prior pediatrics experience required.
  • Florida State License to practice Physical Therapy required.
  • American Heart Association BLS Certification required upon hire.
  • Member of professional specialty organizations (APTA, FPTA) preferred.
  • 3 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
PT Solutions Physical Therapy
Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant assists the Occupational Therapist in the practice of occupational therapy to include development deficits, activities of daily living work conditioning, range of motion, coordination, balance en...

Nemours
Orlando, Florida

Nemours is seeking a Physical Therapist Sr (CASUAL/PRN), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Orlando, Florida. Physical Therapist d emonstrates proficiency in the care of pediatrics for patients ages birth to 21yo. Clinical Education: Assists in mentoring affiliating physical therapy stude...

Promoted
PT Solutions Physical Therapy
Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Join our team as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant in the inpatient setting, where you’ll work alongside a Physical Therapist in administering patient treatments while educating patients, family members, and caregivers on how to best assist with daily routines. From ongoing evidence-based clinical ...

Nemours Children\'s Health
Orlando, Florida

Nemours is seeking a Physical Therapist (CASUAL/PRN), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Orlando, Florida. Physical Therapist demonstrates proficiency in the care of pediatrics for patients ages birth to 21yo. Clinical Education: Assists in mentoring affiliating physical therapy students,...

Select Physical Therapy
Orlando, Florida

Select Physical Therapy in Lake Buena Vista, Florida is currently hiring a PRN time Physical Therapist for our on-site rehabilitation center with a premier partner. Understand appropriate state practice acts and adhere to the laws which govern how physical therapists may practice and whom physical t...

Trilogy Home Healthcare Clearwater Office
Pasco County, FL

Graduate from a physical therapist curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, or the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association and American Physical Therap...

EmpowerMe Wellness
Altamonte Springs, Florida

Physical Therapist (PT) - Care Coordination Program. We’re looking for Physical Therapists to support our innovative new care coordination program! This opportunity empowers you to practice at the top of your license, while giving you the chance to branch out into care coordination duties designed t...

Ability Care Services
Hernando County, FL, US

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant. As a home health Physical Therapist Assistant, your responsibilities will be to assess patients’ condition and perform home health visits while following the plan of care developed by the supervising RPT, document patient care services and progress/decline i...

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Orlando, Florida

Our Physical Therapists (PTs) examine and treat patients with physical impairments through the use of physical modalities. Our Physical Therapists (PTs) use our Specialty Programs, including Balance and Fall Prevention, Spine Safety, Total Hip and Knee Replacement Program, and our Total Shoulder Rep...

Select Physical Therapy
Orlando, Florida

Understand appropriate state practice acts and adhere to the laws which govern how physical therapists may practice and whom physical therapists may supervise. Select Physical Therapy's Sport Center of Excellence is now hiring a PRN. Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (AP...