Physical Therapist - Niceville, Florida

Provide expert physical therapy services in an outpatient hospital setting, delivering personalized care to support patient recovery and community reintegration. This role requires comprehensive evaluation, treatment planning, and ongoing modification of therapeutic interventions guided by physician direction and patient goals. Collaborate seamlessly with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate discipline-specific therapy services while maintaining high professional standards and adherence to ethical codes of conduct.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans aimed at progressing patients towards discharge within established timelines.
• Delegate and oversee discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients ensuring functional treatment programs.
• Document medical records accurately and timely, including goal-setting, quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entries, complying with regulatory and insurance requirements.
• Serve as an educator to patients, families, students, and coworkers to foster understanding and engagement.
• Participate in student training programs by providing supervision, learning objectives, and evaluations.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through continuing education and active involvement in professional organizations.
• Uphold patient and employee safety by adhering to strict safety protocols including safe patient handling and infection control.
• Maintain licensure in good standing, fulfilling all state-mandated continuing education requirements.
• Engage in organizational performance improvement initiatives to enhance service quality.

Qualifications:

• Valid Physical Therapy license in the state.
• Experience in evaluating and treating outpatient hospital patients.
• Strong clinical reasoning and treatment planning skills.
• Ability to supervise and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to ethical practice and patient-centered care.
• Willingness to participate in student mentorship and organizational development activities.

Location: Niceville, FL Situated along the scenic Emerald Coast, Niceville offers residents a balance of natural beauty and community amenities. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and quality healthcare resources, the area presents an excellent environment to practice outpatient therapy. Enjoy access to beautiful parks, waterways, and a family-friendly community that values health and well-being.

This opportunity is a contract position in a dynamic outpatient hospital setting. Flexible scheduling options support work-life balance while providing exposure to diverse patient needs.

Advance your physical therapy career by applying today to contribute your expertise in a supportive, safety-focused environment dedicated to superior patient outcomes.