Physical Therapist
Atlantis, Florida
JFK Medical Center

PT - Therapy

Location: Atlantis, Florida Employment type: Travel Contract length: 13 weeks Hours: 40 per week

Schedule

• 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday
• Days only, 8-hour shifts
• Not on call
• One weekend per month; weekdays off to balance the schedule
• Must be able to work varied day shift hours

Unit

• Unit: Physical Therapy, 42-bed IP Rehab unit
• Staff: About 12 on average, including a Director, Lead PT, physical and occupational therapists, and assistants
• Day shift staffing: Director, Lead PT, 4-5 PTs, and 5-6 PTAs
• Night shift: None
• Patient ratios: Vary with volume
• Equipment: Treatment beds, exercise balls, resistance bands, treadmills, and exercise bikes

Patient Population and Procedures

• Inpatient care for orthopedic, cardiovascular, neurologic, and general medical/surgical patients
• Schedule is driven by surgical volume, with weekend and holiday rotation

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Florida
• Physical Therapist (1 year of experience)
• Physical Therapist experience within the last year
• BLS certification
• Experience in an Acute Care, Home Health, Inpatient Rehab, or Skilled Nursing setting

Other Information

• Home health experience is welcome but not required.
• Desired traits: critical thinker, team player, compassionate, technologically advanced, and excellent time management.
• Dress code: grey scrubs.