At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
BayCare is currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Acute Care Pelvic Health Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. St. Joseph's Hospital-South has been named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the U.S. by Fortune/Merative. We are a full-service hospital offering outpatient services, intensive care, a 24-bed maternity unit, imaging, lab, surgical services, and more, in a relaxing, family-centered environment.
Acute Care Pelvic Physical Therapist Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, including assessment of pelvic floor dysfunction, musculoskeletal impairments, mobility limitations, and functional deficits.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to address pelvic health conditions, post-surgical recovery, continence concerns, pain management, mobility, and overall function.
- Provide evidence-based interventions including pelvic floor muscle assessment and training, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy techniques, neuromuscular re-education, functional mobility training, and patient education.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning.
- Educate patients and caregivers on pelvic health conditions, home exercise programs, self-management strategies, bladder and bowel health, recovery expectations, and community resources.
- Support post-operative care for patients following gynecological, urological, colorectal, obstetric, and pelvic reconstructive procedures as appropriate.
- Document evaluations, treatment interventions, patient progress, and discharge recommendations accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to patient-centered care planning.
- Serve as a clinical resource for pelvic health rehabilitation and promote awareness of pelvic floor dysfunction across hospital departments.
"Unlock Your Career Potential: Join our Team of Physical Therapists and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits!"
- Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k match and additional yearly contribution
- Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
- Community discounts
- AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!
Requirements:
- Required BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Required PT (Physical Therapy)
- Or PT (Physical Therapy) Eligible to obtain
- Or PT (Physical Therapy) Temporary and licensure within 6 months
- Required Bachelor's Physical Therapy
- Preferred 1 year Physical Therapist
Location: St Josephs South Hospital - Riverview, FLStatus: Full Time, Exempt: NoShift Hours: 5 8-hour or 4 10-hour shifts/Days
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: No
How often will this team member be working remotely? Never
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled