Job Details
Job Title: Physical Therapist (Full-time, OPS)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 63100
Department
University’s Health Services (UHS)
Responsibilities
- Serves as a Physical Therapist for University Health Services.
- Develops and implements individually designed planned programs of physical therapy treatments to maintain, improve/restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction based on physician referral and/or patient's medical diagnosis.
- Makes medically indicated referrals to other specialists/consultants and coordinates treatment planning with other providers.
- Evaluates effects of treatment and adjusts to achieve maximum benefit. Instructs/educates patient in treatment procedures to be performed between visits and after discharge.
- Documents the patient history, diagnostic findings, and treatment in the patient's Electronic Medical Record.
- Provides in-service training and consultation to student physical therapists, medical personnel, athletic trainers, and other specialty providers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of Physical Therapy and 2 years experience in a hospital, home health, or private office setting.
- Current licensure to practice required by the FL DOH Division of MQA.
- Current CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Other Information
University’s Health Services (UHS) at Florida State University (FSU) envisions a healthy community where every student thrives. UHS’s mission is to promote and improve the overall health and well-being of FSU students. UHS is housed in the Mary B. Coburn Health and Wellness Center, a 170,000 square-foot multipurpose facility built in 2012. The Health and Wellness Center includes classrooms, primary care, a priority clinic, physical therapy, diagnostic imaging, a fitness center, and a healing garden for personal reflection.
Contact Info
Please email the UHS HR Team with any questions.
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.
How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an OPS/temporary job.
Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.
The schedule is 40 hours a week during open hours (8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday).
This position requires pre-employment TB testing and successful completion of post hire OSHA training.
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.