Physical Therapist

Your future role at a glance Location: Jacksonville, FL Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital Schedule: Day Shift | PRN How you'll make an impact in this role Lead clinical diagnostics by conducting comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments to evaluate mobility, strength, and functional needs. Develop patient-centered plans of care that prioritize individual goals and integrate family support for holistic recovery. Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions, ranging from manual therapy to neuromuscular re‑education, tailored to each patient's unique pathology. Provide clinical leadership by mentoring and overseeing PTAs, students, and support staff to maintain high standards of care. Drive patient progress through data‑driven evaluations, refining treatment strategies to ensure optimal outcomes and timely discharge. What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred. Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long‑term & short‑term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr