Physical Therapist - PRN
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Join us and apply today as a Part-time Physical Therapist - PRN at The Preserve Competitive pay rate of $50/HR. The Preserve is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Located on the corner of Plantation Road and 6 Mile Cypress Parkway in beautiful Fort Myers, we provide Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Care Services (Post-Acute Rehabilitation & Long-term care).About the job: Plan and provides physical therapy services to residents in accordance with the Plan of Care and community policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist performs functions which require substantial specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill based upon the principles of psychological, biological and social services and must be able to make judgments accordingly.Required Qualifications:Graduate of a Physical Therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, or the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association.Current License to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida.Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Physical Therapist.CPR certified.Strong verbal and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills.Knowledge in the principles and practices of physical therapy.Ability to pass drug, criminal and employment screenings.Preferred Skills:Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.Able to meet the PRN Staffing Agreement requirementsEssential Functions: Performs physical therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled procedures, and ongoing evaluation for residents who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.Implements teaching appropriate to the resident's needs and within the context of his/her environment and value system.Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the ongoing quality improvement process.Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for residents and coworkers.Supervises applicable team members.Supervision of physical therapist assistants as directed and according to department policyEvaluates employee performance and provides timely reviews as delegated.Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.Come join our team, and learn why Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 6 years running by its employees and our employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not just a job .Take pride in helping others and join us today!At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.#LI-NM1