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Westminster Towers Orlando

Physical Therapist

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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

Westminster Towers Orlando is hiring a Physical Therapist in Orlando, FL. This is a full-time position. Westminster Towers is a large upscale Active Living Community and Health Center located just south of downtown Orlando. We are a church related, not-for-profit community service organization dedicated and committed to providing services for older adults and persons with special needs by creating and administering excellent residential and health care facilities.
Job Title:
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Job Summary Provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment and consultation to a general rehab caseload. Participate in the clinical team process. Provide teaching and training to care giver staff. Involvement with the clinical program development. Supervises other licensed therapists, assistants, technicians, aides and students as required. Must be willing to work on weekends.
Essential Job Functions:
Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Services and its communities. Evaluate and treat physical conditions in order to restore functions and improve mobility as indicated and ordered by MD. Design and carry out Care Plan. Conduct assessment and screens to determine the need for therapy. Provide treatment modalities including electrical stimulation, hot/cold packs and therapeutic massage. Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including updating information in the system. Perform Resident Home Assessments as part of the discharge process Perform Resident's screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy.
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Must be currently licensed in the State of Florida as a Physical Therapist.
Experience and Basic Knowledge:
One year of long term care desirable. Med-surg, Home Health experience helpful. Also, working with the handicapped or developmentally disabled, or older adults preferred. •Lymphedema Certification Required Join the Westminster Family today!
We offer:
Flexible Hours Fun Work Environment Competitive Wages Health Insurance Dental Insurance Fitness Facility Onsite Vacation Pay Parking (Downtown Orlando) Career Advancement And More!
EOE, DFWP
- "We honor those who have served." Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https: //info.flclearinghouse.com/. Licenses & Certifications Required Physical Therapist Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.