Job Description
At BayCare , we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. Position Details ?? Location: Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater, FL ?? Schedule: Full time and part time opportunities available with occasional weekends ?? On Call: No Morton Plant Hospital , a nationally recognized leader in patient care and clinical innovation, is seeking skilled and compassionate Acute Physical Therapists to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based physical therapy services to patients in an acute hospital setting, supporting recovery from surgery, injury, or illness. Key Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for patients with acute medical conditions. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence (ADL's). Deliver therapeutic interventions including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and patient education. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to coordinate care and optimize outcomes. Document patient progress and treatment in the electronic medical record system in accordance with BayCare standards. Participate in discharge planning and provide education to patients and families.