Healthcare Physical Therapy – Full Time Position Available In Citrus, Florida

Job Description:

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, comejoin us as we embrace the Power of One! -We strive to be anemployer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talentrich organization where Associates can grow their career caring forothers. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs ofthe people of Memphis and the Mid-South. -The Physical Therapist isresponsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatmentfor patients in accordance with professional and MethodistHealthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior asexemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. -Working at MLHmeans carrying the mission forward of caring for our community andimpacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, adeliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thrivingfor excellence.

A Brief OverviewThe Physical Therapist isresponsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatmentfor patients in accordance with professional and MethodistHealthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior asexemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do Performs initial patient assessment. Implements patient treatments based on assessment and writtenplan. Provides ongoing patient assessment through observation ofpatient and review of records. Identifies patient specific physical therapy rehabilitationlearning needs and provides appropriate education. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities forself-development and enhancement of professionalcompetency.

Education/Formal Training Requirements Bachelor’s Degree Physical TherapyWork Experience Requirements No prior work experienceLicenses and CertificationsRequirements Physical Therapist – Tennessee – Tennessee Board of PhysicalTherapyKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex writtenmaterials, such as patient records. Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, physicians andother outside professionals. Ability to work without close supervision and to exerciseindependent judgment. Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintaincontrol of work flow.

Supervision Provided by this Position There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to thisposition. May provide guidance and direction to therapyassistants.

Physical Demands The physical activities of this position may include climbing,pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling,stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: medium work -exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs.of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity includingcolor, depth perception, and field of vision to perform anactivity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing dataand figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; orextensive reading. Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure tohazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associatesare passionate about what they do, the service they provide and thepatients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of Oneculture that requires commitment to the highest standards of careand unity.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree:

Physical Therapy(Required)

Work Experience:

No prior work experience

Certifications:

Physical Therapist – Tennessee – Tennessee Board of PhysicalTherapyBoasting one of the South’s largest medical centers, Memphisblends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and alow cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make adifference in the lives of the people in our community.