Physical Therapist

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The University of Miami/UHealth  has an exciting opportunity for a TP Physical Therapist.

SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist TP* provides physical therapy and wellness services to patients and clients who have impairments, functional disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes.  Moreover, this employee helps patients and clients restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The Physical Therapist TP* collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                     

• Evaluates news patients, establishes goals, and develops appropriate treatment plans.
• Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions on a daily basis.
• Educates patients and families regarding medical conditions and provides instructions for home activities.
• Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain necessary information and suggests revisions in treatment.
• Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.
• Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.
• Orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.
• Utilizes appropriate methods and materials for learning programs, monitors effectiveness, and adapts programs accordingly.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                    

Education:

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

FL Department of Health PT

Experience:

2-3 years’ experience in physical therapy preferred

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

The Department of Physical Therapy is looking to hire a Physical Therapist I for the limited funded Department of Defense  (DoD) grant.  The Research Physical Therapist is responsible for clinical support and data collection for all study subjects’ appointments. This position is a restricted position and is contingent upon grant funding for continuing employment.

The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for the following responsibilities:

• Assist with planning and coordination of research study activities
• Communicates with physicians, physical therapists and community members to recruit subjects
• Participates in quality and safety improvement activities
• Determine and implement policies and procedures pertaining to the research activities
• Coordinate and assist with data collection

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Demonstrate competence in oral and written communication

• Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor
• Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Part time

Employee Type:

Temporary

Pay Grade:

h88