Physical Therapist 2

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a part time Physical Therapist 2 to work in Kendall, FL. The Physical Therapist II provides effective and efficient rehabilitation services to patients and clients in accordance with the APTA guidelines for physical therapy. The Physical Therapist II collaborates with healthcare teams that include physicians, occupational therapists, and psychologists.

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  Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

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  Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

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  Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

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  Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.

  • Walker, crutches, cane, wheelchair, lift equipment, hospital beds, commodes, goniometer, traction units, ultrasound machine, electrical stimulation machines, iontophoresis, vasopneumatic pump, cuff weights, pulley weights, isokinetic exercise equipment, and general office equipment (telephone, computer, facsimile machine, and copier).

• Communicate with physicians and their staff directly, or electronically, by phone, or in writing.  Obtain necessary additional information and suggest revisions in treatment as appropriate.

• Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis or real clinic need.

• Participate in quality and safety improvement activities as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator.

• Orient, instruct and direct work activities for assistants and support personnel.

• Participate in program development and marketing efforts as directed by the Department Director.

• Participate in program development and marketing efforts as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator.

• Provide or participate in educational programs for staff, patients, and the community at large.

• Attends non-departmental Grand Rounds to represent the Department of Physical Therapy and acquire information from our larger medical community to disseminate relevant information for staff development and service delivery.

• Participate in reviewing current evidence-based interventions, and may perform data collection or participate in a publishing effort for publication or quality improvement.

• Serves as an advanced clinician to support the department’s educational mission through mentorship and training of residents and students, and provide support for the health system’s development initiatives.

• Demonstrates advancement effort of professional development and serves as a role model for junior clinicians.

• Perform other duties as directed by the Satellite / Facility Clinical Coordinator, or Associate Chair for Clinical Service.