Resident Physical Therapist

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Description

Position Purpose

Physical Therapist Resident - Is a post-graduate physical therapist participating in a clinical residency with our outpatient rehab department. The Resident practices in collaboration with other members of the health care team and demonstrates respectful interactions with patients/clients, colleagues, and others.

Wh at you will do

*Implements physical therapy treatments including therapeutic exercise, physical agents, manual therapy and wound care management. Instructs in functional activities including gait and transfer training. Provides patient education.

*Documents information in patient charts. Completes charge entries.

*Initiates communication with physicians and other professionals to ensure coordination of treatment efforts. Contacts family members and outside agents.

*Maintains ongoing communication with immediate Supervisor, subordinates, and peers

Minimum Qualifications

• Registered Physical Therapist in the State of Florida required.
• Preferred: Doctor of Physical Therapy and Manual Therapy Certification
• Current CPR is required

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.
• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners.

Ministry/Facility Information

• Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.
• We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.
• We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually.
• Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work
• Retirement savings program with employer matching

Legal Info

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.