Part-Time Acute Care Physical Therapist

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Hiram (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to assess, plan, and implement rehabilitation programs that improve mobility, reduce pain, and increase strength. You will collaborate with physicians, educate patients and families, and ensure high-quality, compliant care across the patient’s continuum.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting evaluations, and maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy; valid Physical Therapist license; BLS certification.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and collaborate with physicians to develop treatment plans and discharge strategies.
• Plan and implement rehabilitation activities; revise goals as needed and provide education.
• Accurately document evaluations, plans, treatments, and education according to protocols.
• Maintain professional conduct, confidentiality, punctuality, and appropriate dress code.
• Apply AIDET principles to foster a positive patient and team environment.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and licensure maintenance.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service focus

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Physical Therapy degree (Bachelors/Master/PhD)

Job description

Role Overview:

A Physical Therapist assesses, plans, and implements rehabilitative programs to improve patient mobility, reduce pain, increase strength, and prevent deformity. The role involves providing patient-centered care across the continuum, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment: Collaborate with physicians to develop and evaluate treatment plans, establish goals, and create discharge strategies with input from patients and families.
• Treatment Planning & Care: Implement treatment plans, select appropriate activities, revise goals as needed, provide education, and offer discharge instructions and follow-up referrals.
• Documentation: Record evaluations, plans, treatments, and patient education accurately, adhering to departmental protocols.
• Professional Conduct: Uphold ethical standards, maintain confidentiality, punctuality, and dress code, and communicate effectively with team members.
• Customer Service & Teamwork: Apply AIDET principles, foster a positive environment, demonstrate respect, and support collaborative efforts.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing education, complete competencies, participate in training, and maintain licensure requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy; valid Physical Therapist license; BLS certification; effective communication, customer service focus, teamwork, and basic computer skills.