Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (Per Diem)

Susanna Wesley Healthcare Center – Hialeah, FL
Employment Type: Per Diem / As-Needed
Department: Rehabilitation Services
Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation / Rehab Manager

Job Summary

Susanna Wesley Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Per Diem Physical Therapist to provide high-quality rehabilitative care to patients. The Physical Therapist will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to help patients restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent disability in accordance with physician orders and facility standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' physical abilities and limitations through examinations and assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, and functional mobility interventions
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and safety precautions
• Document evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and policies
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic treatment environment

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Current and valid Florida Physical Therapist license
• CPR/BLS certification (current)
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, or healthcare setting preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift,