Job Location : Tallahassee,FL, USA
Description:
Pride Health is hiring a Physical Therapist to support our client's medical facility based in Tallahassee, Florida. This is a 24-week contract job opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!
Job Description:
A registered professional who provides physical therapy to patients of all age groups. Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans to restore or maintain patient well-being. Plans, organizes, and conducts physical therapy treatment programs based on the medical referral and their evaluation. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team.
Essential Functions:
1. Performs clinical assessment to identify patient needs and appropriateness of the patient.
2. Document, prepare/review, and complete a Plan of Care (POC), progress notes, phone orders, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revise the POC based on evaluation, ongoing assessment data. Works in consultation with the physician and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
3. Plan and provide appropriate treatment for neuromuscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessments.
4. Assist/instruct patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instruct on the use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, canes, braces, prosthetic devices, and appliances in a safe manner. Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to the patient's diagnosis and needs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
1. Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills.
2. Knowledge of durable medical equipment.
3. Meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
4. Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
5. Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
Skills:
Current State License as a Physical Therapist - Required
Proof of current CPR certification - Required
Current driver's license. Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required
Experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting - Required
Previous home care experience - Preferred
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association-approved program - Required
Additional Information:
Location: Tallahassee, Florida
Schedule: 8hrs
Pay Range: $52/Hr. - $62/Hr.
Start:08/18/2025
*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.
Interested? Apply now!
About Pride Health
As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.
Pride Global offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.