Physical Therapist - Warm Springs, GA

Posted:
9/4/2024, 4:10:08 PM

Location(s):
Georgia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

This position will be at the Wellstar Roosevelt facility in Warm Springs, GA.

Job Summary:

Evaluation and treatment of patients primarily in the Rehab hospital and LTAC hospital determined by business need; daily documentation and charging in the EMR; education of patients, families and staff as appropriate; communication of patient progress in clinical conference; communication with other team members daily; preparing equipment orders; contacting vendors for equipment; communication with outside physicians and other professionals.

Responsibilities:

  • Performs initial and discharge evaluations, sets goals and treatment plan and documents appropriately.

  • Develops treatment plan and performs optimal treatment in a timely manner to meet functional goals.

  • Determines therapy educational needs and provides PRN.

  • Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

  • Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed

  • Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check

Required Minimum Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required

  • Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy Preferred

Required Minimum Experience

  • Minimum 1 year experience in Rehab, SNF, LTACH, Acute Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s

  • BLS • Licensure(s)

  • GA PT license or eligible

Required Minimum Skills

  • Basic computer literacy

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.