Physical Therapist

Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please  to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet. The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a full time Physical Therapist 1 to work in Kendall, FL.

The Physical Therapist I 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 I collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

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.

• Master's degree in relevant field required
• No previous experience required
• Valid State of Florida Physical Therapist license required

• Education:
  
  Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy preferred
• Certification and Licensing:
  Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Florida

Use of Department Specific Tools and Equipment:
Use of all necessary rehabilitation equipment and durable medical equipment, (eg. Mobility devices, patient lift equipment, physical agents, exercise equipment), and general office equipment). Electronic Medical Record and multiple related software programs and tools with strict adherence to HIPPA regulations. Achieves the annually established baseline level for productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or clinic need.

Completes comprehensive, timely, and accurate documentation that meets organizational, regulatory and institutional standards.

• Demonstrates punctuality, reliability, and accountability in daily responsibilities.
• Maintains respectful and professional communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Accepts feedback constructively and seeks guidance when needed.
• Aligns with organizational goals and directives
• Adheres to institutional policies, ethical standards, and patient confidentiality.
• Displays a positive attitude and willingness to learn in a team environment.

• Learning Agility:
  Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork:
  Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication:
  Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

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