Physical Therapist Contract Days StaffFlex - Polk

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Flexible contract assignments available
• Travel Nursing directly with AdventHealth, no 3 rd party agency involved.
• We will assist to extend you at the same facility or find another assignment within our system.
• Easily convert over to permanent staff member if interested.
• Competitive Premium Pay Rate.

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

AdventHealth StaffFlex are valued team members of AdventHealth who also want the flexibility to work contract assignments at one facility or float within multiple hospitals in 9 states. A perfect fit for individuals who want the freedom to travel but believe in our mission, StaffFlex provides team members with the opportunity to work across various units like OR and more!

Schedule: Full-Time (08:00AM 04:30PM)

On Call: Occasional/rotating Saturday coverage.

Shift : Days

Location: AdventHealth Polk

The role you'll contribute

Responsible for a continuum of services providing care to patients with neuromuscular, orthopedic and other physically related disorders requiring mobility training, strengthening, modalities, specialized manual therapy and neuromuscular re-education. Utilizes the rehab process to promote and restore optimal health and well-being of the patient. Assumes personal accountability for organizational mission and core value.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned.
• Evaluates patients, presenting or referred to physical therapy, by completing initial evaluation within time standards per department protocol.
• Applies appropriate diagnostic and prognostic testing for musculoskeletal, neurological and neuromuscular conditions. Standardized testing will include special tests to determine level of disability and track outcomes over the patient care experience.
• Performs a variety of best practice and evidence based therapeutic interventions to address the unique rehabilitation needs of each patient. Establishes an appropriate treatment plan with measurable and attainable goals and time frames by collaborating with patients, family and other members of the health care team including discharge planning. Selects and implements therapy activities per plan of care to ensure that patient, family and therapy goals are met.
• Recognizes individual limitations and capabilities and utilizes available resources. Evaluates patients' learning style and appropriately teaches patients skills and techniques required for participation in physical therapy.
• Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate activity and/or program for individual patients, based on patient needs and capabilities.

Qualifications

The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed:

• Physical Therapist in state of employment in NC, or Physical Therapist license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
• Associate degree
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Previous work experience providing direct patient care in outpatient, inpatient or inpatient rehab unit
• Prior use of electronic medical records (EMR)

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Rehabilitation Services

Organization: AdventHealth Polk

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25043826

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.