Physical Therapist II - Lymphedema

Physical Therapist II
- Lymphedema

The Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Miami is currently seeking a full time Physical Therapist II
- Lymphedema 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.

• 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 at large.
• Represents 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.

Education:

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant 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 Specific Qualifications

Education:

Doctoral degree in physical therapy

Certification and Licensing:

Licensure in physical therapy

Experience:

• 5 years of relevant experience
• Board Certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists (ABPTS) or specialty certification through an approved program
• Track record of presenting educational material – 5 internal presentations to a physical therapy or rehabilitation department
• Classroom support activity or student instruction, community outreach, research project participation, leadership service or program development

Department Specific 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 and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.
• Participates in program development in specialty area to equip the team in meeting departmental and organizational service needs.
• Attends and participates in Grand Rounds to represent the Department of Physical Therapy and acquire information from our larger medical community to disseminate relevant information for staff development and service delivery.