NEW ORTHOPEDIC CENTER OF EXCELLENCE!!!
JOB SUMMARY:
Physical Therapists are licensed professionals who evaluate, plan, direct and administer medically prescribed Physical Therapy programs in outpatient or inpatient facilities to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury or loss of body part. The Physical Therapist can perform administrative duties; participate in department Performance Improvement, Infection Control and Safety Educational programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of this job description include but are not limited to:
- Supporting the mission, vision, and core values of the organization.
- Upon referral, evaluates patient to determine problems and goals of each patient in cooperation with physician.
- Collaborate and support plan of care as determined by the physician and healthcare team; treat patients accordingly as approved by the physician. Performs periodic re-evaluation of the patient as necessary and makes adjustments in the patient’s treatment program.
- Responsible for reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members. Coordinate and assist with care as directed.
- Interprets and communicates evaluation findings and treatment program to patients, family, and other team members.
- Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapy Aides, Rehabilitation Aides and students when concerning patient care (at the discretion of the Rehab Director).
- Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family & appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
- Maintains patient records that reflect patient treatment: (Evaluation, daily treatment record, physician update, patient care plan updates, discharge summaries, telephone orders, billing).
- Clinical knowledge and skill, or ability to develop knowledge and skills required for evaluation and treatment of pediatric, adolescent and geriatric patient populations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATION and EDUCATIONAL AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Ø Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, Masters degree preferred.
Ø Currently licensed through the State of GA (PT)
Ø Successful completion of the National Certification for RPT preferred
Ø 1-3 years experience in PT
Ø Currently certified through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross to provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Ø Possess advanced clinical skills and problem-solving management skills
DFWP/EOE
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Healthcare setting:
- JCAHO accredited facility
- Rehabilitation center
Medical specialties:
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person