FT Acute Care Physical Therapist - (32 hours)

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Wellstar Paulding in Hiram, Georgia is seeking a FT Acute Care Physical Therapist. This position will work 32 hours a week and provides opportunities to assess, plan, and implement rehabilitative programs across the continuum of care.

The role emphasizes compassionate service, adherence to regulatory standards, and collaboration with physicians and staff to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance patient outcomes in a high-quality health system.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active licensure as Physical Therapist upon hire.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association).

Aufgaben

• Assess and plan patient therapy programs.
• Develop plan of care with goals and discharge plans.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge instructions.
• Document evaluations and plans per department guidelines.
• Deliver care safely and maintain professional standards.

Kenntnisse

Effective communication

Customer service

Team orientation

Basic computer skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy

Master's in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Work ShiftDay (United States of America)

Wellstar Paulding in Hiram, Georgia is seeking a FT Acute Care Physical Therapist. This position will work 32 hours a week. The

Physical Therapist

assesses, plans, organizes and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and decrease or prevent deformity of patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Patient AssessmentIn collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to the physical therapy needs of the patient.Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.Treatment Planning and Provision of CareImplements the physical therapy treatment planSelects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family inputProvides ongoing patient/family education and trainingProvides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate-Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.DocumentationDocuments the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelinesDocuments each treatment session according to departmental protocolsCompletes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelinesGeneral requirementsAdheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.Observes infection prevention precautionsCustomer ServiceStrives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients.Treats patients and fellow team members with respect.Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriatelyProfessional DevelopmentParticipates in professional development and mandatory education activities.Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.Participates in orientation and training of new employees.Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements

Required Minimum Education

Bachelors Physical Therapy or Masters Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.Physical TherapistAMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Basic Life Support or BLS - InstructorAdditional License(s) and Certification(s

Required Minimum Skills

Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.

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