Acute Physical Therapist

At Bay Care, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

• Location:
  
  Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater, FL
• Schedule:
  
  Full time and part time opportunities available with occasional weekends
• On Call:
  No

Morton Plant Hospital, a nationally recognized leader in patient care and clinical innovation, is seeking skilled and compassionate Acute Physical Therapists to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based physical therapy services to patients in an acute hospital setting, supporting recovery from surgery, injury, or illness.

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for patients with acute medical conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence (ADL’s).
• Deliver therapeutic interventions including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and patient education.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to coordinate care and optimize outcomes.
• Document patient progress and treatment in the electronic medical record system in accordance with Bay Care standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and provide education to patients and families.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety protocols, and state regulations.

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Florida Physical Therapist license.
• BLS certification required.
• Acute care experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations in acute settings are welcome.
• Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and teamwork skills.

• Experience with neurological, orthopedic, or cardiopulmonary patient populations.
• Familiarity with Bay Care EMR systems and documentation protocols.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced hospital environment.

• Work in a state-of-the-art facility with access to advanced technologies and interdisciplinary support.
• Be part of Bay Care Health System, one of Florida’s largest and most respected healthcare providers.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, continuing education opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
• Make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and quality of life.

• Required Bachelor's Physical Therapy
• Preferred Master's Physical Therapy
• Preferred Doctorate's Physical Therapy
• Preferred 1-year Physical Therapist

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled