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 in search of our newest **Acute Care Physical Therapist** who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. Founded in 1916, **Morton Plant** **Hospital** was the first hospital built in northern Pinellas County. Known for advanced medical technologies, cutting-edge clinical research and outstanding patient care, Morton Plant Hospital is nationally recognized as a leader in the field. **Physical Therapist** Responsibilities: + Evaluates and develops specific treatment programs for individual patients/residents based on their needs and in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy. + Responsible for providing the appropriate level of clinical direction for Physical Therapy Assistants, Rehabilitation Technicians, Massage Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Fitness Specialists, Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant students and volunteers. + Team members with temporary permits must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist that has been licensed for a minimum of six months. A supervising licensed Physical Therapist may only supervise one permittee at any given time. **Certifications and Licensures** : + 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 **Requirements:** + Required Bachelor's Physical Therapy + Preferred Master's Physical Therapy + Preferred Doctorate's Physical Therapy + Preferred 1 year Physical Therapist **BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:** + 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!** **Facility:** BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-MPH **Location:** **Morton Plant, Clearwater, FL** **Status:** **Full Time, Exempt: No** **Shift Hours:** **Varies - Open to (3) 10-hour shifts or (3) 8-hour shift and 1 6-hour shift)** **Shift:** **Shift 1** **Shift 1 = Days** **Weekend Work:** **Occasional** **On Call:** **No** **How often will this team member be working remotely?** Never Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled **Position** Acute Physical Therapist **Location** Clearwater:Morton Plant | Clinical | Full Time **Req ID** null