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Physical Therapist | UF Health Gainesville Heart & Vascular/Neuro Medicine | Full-time | Days
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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
Job Description
Overview 8:00am-4:00pm. Tuesday through Saturday UF Health Physical Therapists provide rehabilitation services in the Acute setting, working to create and customize the best course of treatment for conditions that limit a patient's ability to move, be active, communicate, swallow, and complete daily tasks and activities. Our skilled team strives to maximize physical performance, while addressing cognitive and psychosocial components of care to achieve the best functional outcomes. The UF Health Heart and Vascular Hospital (HVNM) : The East Tower provides care to patients in the following service areas: Cardiac (surgical and non-surgical), Vascular surgery, Thoracic surgery, Heart and Lung Transplant, Neurosurgery, and Neurology. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelors or higher as designated by professional license. New graduates welcome. Experience Experience or fieldwork in the acute setting preferred. Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with others and work as a team. Licensure/Certification/Registration Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Florida.