Physical Therapist

Position: Physical Therapist 2
## Physical Therapist 2

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a full time Physical Therapist 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Physical Therapist II provides effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with the APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist II collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.
** CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
*** Performs evaluations of new patients to include the establishment of goals and appropriate treatment plans.
* Progresses patients through different levels of treatment within the patient’s maximum capabilities.
* Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions.
* Provides relevant education to patients and families regarding medical conditions.
* Maintains effective communication with all members of the rehabilitation team.
* Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain additional information and suggests revisions in treatment.
* Participates in quality and safety improvement activities.
* Orients, instructs, and directs work activities for assistants and support personnel.
* Supervises and instructs physical therapy students according to professional guidelines.
* Provides or participates in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community resents the University at non-departmental conferences and seminars.
* 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
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* Education:

** Doctoral degree in relevant field
** Certification and Licensing:
** Active FL Physical Therapist license
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* Experience:

** Minimum 5 years experience
** Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
*** Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
* Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and according to HIPPA requirements.
* Ability to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as necessary.
* Commitment to the University’s core values.
* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
** DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
**** Department Specific Qualifications
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* Education:

** Doctoral degree in physical therapy
** Certification and Licensing:
** FL Licensure in physical therapy
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* Experience:

*** Minimum 2 years with board certification, 4 years without board certification
* If 2 years - Board Certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS) or specialty certification through an approved program
* Certification as a Clinical Instructor (CI)
* 320 hours of Physical Therapy student instruction as a CI
* Approved minimum 50 hour - curriculum of courses to advance specified clinical expertise
* Productivity attainment
* Fulfillment of 3 professional development / engagement activities from the Clinical ladder Checklist
* For Acute care “Specialist” criteria: must also include 4 of the 6 acute care rotations with one of them being critical care (CVICU, SICU, or MICU)
** Department Specific Functions
**** Functions:
*** Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.  + Walker, crutches, cane, wheelchair, lift equipment, hospital beds, commodes, goniometer, traction units, ultrasound machine, electrical stimulation machines, iontophoresis, vasopneumatic pump, cuff weights, pulley weights, isokinetic exercise equipment, and general office equipment (telephone, computer, facsimile machine, and copier).
* Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity…