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Ascension Health - Emerald Coast

Physical Therapist - Acute Care - Destin - (454900)

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What they do

A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.

$86,893 / year median in Florida

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

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Retirement:
403(b) plan Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources How you'll make an impact in this role Perform initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition. Establish, revise, and evaluate a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family. Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient. Oversee activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel. What minimum requirements you'll need Licensure / Certification /
Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Benefits

  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Dental Insurance
  • 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans