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Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) offers experts in every orthopedic subspecialty. Our physicians are known nationally and throughout the world for their work in orthopedic surgery, and have been named some of the best orthopedic physicians in America. FOI brings highly skilled and subspecialty trained orthopedic care to Tampa Bay and the surrounding area.
As Florida’s largest orthopedic group, FOI is widely acclaimed as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. FOI’s mission is to provide an internationally-recognized quality of orthopedic care, achieving exceptional outcomes through continuing research and subspecialty expertise.
A professional staff of more than 500 supports our physicians, based in a 100,000 sq. ft. facility on a 12 acre campus. The main campus includes a state of the art orthopedic surgery center exclusively serving FOI patients and surgeons. With exceptional expertise in every orthopedic subspecialty, FOI is a one-stop shop, with no need to refer outside the institute.
FOI IN THE NEWS
Our Sun City Center office has relocated to:
959 Del Webb Blvd E
Sun City Center, FL 33573
Dr. Hilgers' was featured in the St. Petersburg Times article, "Push for protein raises questions about how much we need."
Check out our videos for the Florida Orthopaedic minute on CBS.
Dr. Claude Sagi was part of a team of medical professionals who went to Haiti to provide care for people injured in the recent devastating earthquake. Read more.
Dr. Antonio Castellvi is featured in the St. Petersburg Times article titled "Use yoga to ease lower back pain or even replace back surgery."
Be sure to check out our commercials currently running on various cable networks.
Dr. Wesley Dykes and Dr. Marc Hilgers discuss brain injury impact tests on Fox 13.
HOW TO USE OUR SITE
Our navigation system allows you to search by anatomy, doctor or by specialty.
search by anatomy: Using your mouse, roll over a specific body area to obtain more information.
search by doctor: If you know your doctor’s name, click on the letter that represents the doctor’s last name. For example, for Ellen Beatty, M.D. you would click on the letter “B.”
search by specialty: Using your mouse, click on Specialties for a complete listing of all specialties and associated doctors.
Current Employment Opportunities
Florida Orthopaedic Institute is a world-class leader in orthopedic care. Come work in our friendly environment! We offer a great benefits package and competitive pay. FOI is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
Job Title: Athletic Trainer (ATC) – Outpatient Orthopaedics
Location: FOI Brandon Facility,305 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon Fl, 33511
Type: Full time
Hours per week: 40
Job availability date: Immediate
Wage/Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary:
At FOI, athletic trainers assist in providing therapy services in outpatient Orthopaedics under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This includes implementing the plan of care through the utilization of clinical skills and treatment interventions. Therapeutic exercise, modalities, manual therapies, and other rehabilitative treatments are all examples of typical interventions performed by athletic trainers. It is the responsibility of the athletic trainer to maintain proper communication between the supervising therapist and other members of the therapy staff in order properly coordinate each patient’s care. The athletic trainer will work in a team environment along with other physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and other health care professionals. Athletic trainers may also utilize their skills and abilities through affiliation with local community, school, college, or professional sports teams.
Job Title: Physical Therapist & Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: To be determined
Type: Full time
Hours per week: 40
Job availability date: Immediate
Wage/Salary: Negotiable
Position Summary:
At FOI, physical therapists specialize in providing therapy services in outpatient Orthopaedics. This includes clinical evaluation, assessment, development of plan of care, and implementation of treatment. Physical therapy services may include therapeutic exercise, modalities, manual therapies, and other rehabilitative treatments. Therapists will be responsible for the supervision and delegation of patient care responsibilities to other members of the therapy staff. The physical therapist will work in a team environment along with other physical therapists, physicians, physical therapist assistants, certified athletic trainers, and other members of the health care team. Therapists may also participate in community education and research activities in order to best serve our clients within our community.
Application Instructions:
Send a Cover Letter and Résumé to Paul Lopes
Email: plopes AT floridaortho DOT com
Fax: (813) 558-6400