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.

Bay Care is currently in search of a highly skilled and adaptable Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team within a hospital-based, multi-disciplinary environment. This role supports high-acuity specialty programs, including but not limited to neurology, cardiopulmonary, oncology, trauma, and complex medical-surgical populations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical excellence, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit to deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced, acute care setting.

Founded in 1926,
Winter Haven Hospital (527 beds) has an outstanding reputation for superior, patient-centered care. Our mission statement is "to improve the health of the people we serve, by providing the highest quality and most effective care and services -- and to return value to the people in our communities."

"Unlock Your Career Potential:
Join our Team of Physical Therapists and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits!"

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts
• The chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for acute-care patients, including those with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, medical/surgical, and trauma-related conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans focused on restoring function, mobility, and independence.
• Provide interventions including therapeutic exercise, functional mobility training, gait training, balance activities, and patient/caregiver education.
• Document evaluations, daily treatments, progress notes, and discharge recommendations in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, case managers, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, and other members of the care team.
• Collaborate on discharge planning, including recommending appropriate next levels of care and durable medical equipment.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds as needed and contribute to clinical decision-making.
• Maintain compliance with departmental safety procedures, infection prevention practices, and quality standards.
• Support mentorship, onboarding, and collaboration with therapy assistants and students as applicable.

• Required:
  
  BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Required:
  
  PT (Physical Therapy) license
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Eligible to obtain
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Temporary and licensure within 6 months
• Required:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
• Preferred: 1 Year physical therapist facility experience at Bay Care Health System, Rehab Services Main-WHH

Location: Winter Haven Hospital - Winter Haven, FL

Status: Full Time, Exempt:
No

Shift

Hours:

varies/Day

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled