Physical Therapist

Description

• Full time, Part Time or PRN
• We offer Medbridge Healthcare Education and Patient Care Software/Medbridge

• Job Summary: The physical therapist plans, organizes, develops, administers, directs, and supervises the physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards and assures resident safety..

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Evaluates, develops and implements a course of treatment to age defined population designed to restore the patient to their maximum level of functioning.
• Participates in education of patients, families, and other health care workers.
• Interprets results of patient's treatment program and maintains appropriate records of patient's progress.
• Performs manual muscle testing, therapeutic exercises, massage and physical agents of heat, light, cold, electricity and water for the prevention, corrections and alleviation of disease and injury.
• Measures, fits and requisitions prostheses, orthopedic and other supporting devices necessary for increasing patient's independence.
• Instructs and counsels patients and family members on the resident specific care program.
• Reports pertinent changes in patient's status to the referring physician and rehab supervisor.
• Completes documentation at point of service.
• Supervises treatment delivered by physical therapy assistants and support staff.
• Assures resident safety at all times.

Other Functions and Responsibilities:

• Other duties as requested or assigned.
• Working Conditions:
• Usually works indoors but may work outside on occasion.

Educational, Physical, and Other Requirements :

• Must pass Level 2 background screening through the Florida Clearinghouse (Learn more:
• Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations, Physical requirements may include frequent use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee may be required to lift, stand, walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and smell. Vision abilities may require close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Requires standing for long periods of time and frequent walking.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• For the safety and security of our residents and employees must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in English, which is the most universally used language of our residents and employee population.
• At minimum must have a Bachelors of Science degree from an accredited college or university in physical therapy or a related Science.
• Must be a Physical Therapist in good standing with the State of Florida.
• One year work experience in a hospital or similar type facility providing care to a defined age population as a Physical Therapist.
• Must have knowledge and skills appropriate to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance
• Must meet all local health regulations and post offer physical exam.
• Must meet all licensure requirements to keep license current.
• Current CPR certification

Customer/Guest Relations & Communications:

• Must maintain a professional, respectful, friendly demeanor with all residents, family members, guests, and staff at all times.

The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position with or without notice.

About the Organization
John Knox Village of Central Florida, Inc., is a Non Profit prestigious full-service retirement community situated on 200 beautiful acres in Orange City, Florida with approximately 800 residents and 600 employees.

Mission Statement:

"Our mission at John Knox Village is to offer an unparalleled experience for a healthy lifestyle throughout our unique community. We provide our residents a responsive healing environment while improving the quality of life for all residents. This is done through a supportive team environment for residents, patients, employees, and clinical staff. We strive to improve the wellness of our community through innovation and pursuit of excellence.'

Vision Statement:

"To be the premier provider and employer of choice for Central Florida."

Core Values: 'HEART"

• Honesty
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Respect
• Team Work

Top Reasons to Work at John Knox Village of Central Florida:

We offer the following employee benefits:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employer-Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Insurance Options
403(b) Retirement Plan with Match
Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Banking Services
Employer-Provided Extended Illness
Wellness Program
Free Access to Fitness Center
Discounted Meals
On-Site Nurse Practitioner, Outpatient Rehab, and Pharmacy

EOE Statement
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: John Knox Village of Central Florida is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are looking for a career you can feel passionate about, please click "Apply Now" to join the JKV family!

We are a drug-free workplace employer!

John Knox Village of Central Florida conducts background screenings through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn about the process at

This position is currently accepting applications.