Travel PT - Physical Therapist at Focus Staff – Tampa, Florida

Position Title: Travel PT - Physical Therapist

Location: Tampa, FL
Company Name: Focus Staff Services

Job Description

Overview
We currently have a client in Tampa, FL looking for Physical Therapist (PT)!

Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Physical Therapist (PT) who is highly motivated and energetic.

Contract Assignment - 13 Weeks (Temporary)

Why choose Focus Staff:

• Rewarding Your Commitment: Weekly direct deposits, housing stipends, 401(k), and loyalty and referral bonuses.

• Your Wellbeing, Our Priority: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one with no waiting period.

• Journey Made Simple: Travel assistance, relocation support, licensure reimbursement, and exclusive hotel discounts.

• Flexibility Meets Support: Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 clinician support, flexible scheduling, and pet-friendly housing options.

Physical Therapist Requirements:

• Becoming a physical therapist will require you to earn your doctorate from an accredited physical therapy program.
• In addition to earning your degree, you'll also need to pass national and state licensing exams. Depending on where you live, the licensing requirements will vary. However, if you work hard in your degree program, you should be well prepared to take and pass your state's licensure exam.
• Once you've earned your license, you're eligible to begin working as a physical therapist. Bear in mind that you will be expected to regularly complete training and education that will keep you up-to-date on shifting health and safety regulations within your field.
• Motivated candidates who are looking for career growth
• AHA Current Basic Life Support certification for Health Care Providers
• BSN from accredited nursing program, and proper licensure
• Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients, and families

Work Experience: At least 2 years of experience

Responsibilities:

• Providing direct patient care to assess their medical condition, functional capabilities, limitations and restrictions and potential for rehabilitation Physical Therapist / PT will establish and administer a treatment program with specific goals determined according to the patient`s capacity and tolerance under the direction of the Physician.
• Physical Therapist / PT must set realistic and achievable goals for their patients, document and record the patient`s condition and educate patients and families in an appropriate physical therapy method.
• Must have graduated from an accredited school.
• Current state license as a Registered Physical Therapist / PT or proactively in the process of the application process for current state license as a Registered Physical Therapist / PT.
• Current CPR certification.
• Develop a plan of care for each physical therapy patient.
• Provide skilled physical therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders. Assesses patient needs, plans for, evaluates and modifies care to meet goals of physical therapy interventions.
• Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient.
• Perform calibrations (both physical and Amplifier) to ensure proper signals and make adjustments as necessary.
• Monitor data acquisition to ensure signals are artifact-free and make adjustments as necessary.
• Document routine observations (such as changes made, patient comments, technical difficulties, and unusual positions, behaviors, circumstances).
• Assist with appropriate interventions (such as oxygen therapy via standing order) as necessary for patient safety.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and standards regarding safety and infection control issues.
• Perform routine equipment care and maintenance and inventory evaluation.
• Maintain current CPR or BCLS certification.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide age specific care in the treatment, assessment, and education of patients.
• Demonstrate appropriate social skills including effective verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrate ability to follow direction.
• Respond to study participant`s procedural-related inquiries by providing appropriate information.

Job Type: Contract/Temporary/Travel

Location: Tampa, FL

About Focus Staff:

Focus Staff is a traveler-first healthcare staffing agency connecting skilled travel nurses and allied health professionals with top assignments nationwide. We prioritize your unique goals and give you control over your journey. Our mission is to help you explore the country, advance your healthcare career, and deliver exceptional patient care where it matters most.

Your next travel assignment starts here. Apply today.

Focus Staff is an EEO/AA (Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action) Employer.

Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc.

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Responsibilities
Qualifications

• Area of Interest: Travel;
• Compensation Up to: $2422;
• Shift: 5x8 Days;
• Job ID: 5025975;

Professional Category: Therapy

Shift: Not Stated

Shift Length: Not Stated

Professional Role: Therapy

Specialty: Physical Therapy / Rehabilitation