Acute Physical Therapist

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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 Pool/PRN 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." /p>

Acute Physical Therapist Pool/PRN Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other therapists to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and post-discharge recommendations.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

• Required BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Required PT (Physical Therapy)
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Eligible to obtain
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Temporary and licensure within 6 months
• Required Bachelor's Physical Therapy
• Preferred 1 year Physical Therapist

Location:

Winter Haven, FL

Status:
Pool (Non-Benefit Eligible), Exempt:
No

Shift

Hours:

8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Flexible/Days

Weekend Work:
Occasional

On Call:
No

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled