Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist Job Opening in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Job#16872034 - Skilled Nursing Facility

A well-established skilled nursing facility in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to join its supportive rehabilitation team. The therapist will help geriatric and rehab patients regain mobility, strength and independence. Duties include reviewing medical histories, performing physical examinations, and building personalized treatment plans that use therapeutic exercise, manual therapy and other interventions. The therapist will also track each patient’s progress, adjust plans as needed, teach patients and families about exercises, self-care and injury prevention, and work with the interdisciplinary team while keeping accurate documentation. The schedule is Monday through Friday, eight-hour day shifts with no weekends, and some flexibility is available. The position offers a competitive hourly rate based on experience, medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays. Continuing education support, license reimbursement, mentorship and training programs, and a clear path into leadership are also included. Experienced SNF and LTC therapists and new graduates are both encouraged to apply, and new graduates will be fully trained.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current, valid Florida Physical Therapist license
• Current CPR certification
• SNF or long-term care experience preferred; new graduates welcome
• Compassion for older adults and a team-oriented approach to rehabilitation

Location

• Fort Lauderdale offers beautiful beaches, boating along miles of canals, and year-round sunshine for outdoor recreation. Residents can choose from waterfront condos to suburban family neighborhoods, with strong schools and several colleges and universities nearby. South Florida also has a thriving job market in healthcare, tourism, finance and marine industries.

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