Physical Therapist

Peachtree Orthopedics; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peachtree Orthopedics in Cumming, GA seeks a qualified Physical Therapist to provide medically necessary physical therapy services as prescribed by physicians for patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders. The role reports to the Therapy Clinic Manager within the Physical and Occupational Therapy department.

The position involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, documenting progress, and maintaining related equipment and charts in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from a Physical Therapy program accredited by the APTA is required.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Georgia; ability to obtain Georgia Physical Therapist licensure at start of employment.
• Knowledgeable in orthopedic terminology, basic billing functions, basic clinical functions, admin practices, and medical setting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, examine, evaluate, and identify physical capabilities and disabilities.
• Develop therapeutic goals, objectives, and treatment plans.
• Use therapeutic techniques and exercise.
• Monitor and chart patient progress.
• Participate in medical therapy conferences.
• Evaluate, order, and maintain medically necessary equipment related to this discipline.
• Maintain medical charts.
• Fabricate and maintain adaptive therapy equipment and devices.
• Assist physicians in evaluating patients with various ability tests.
• Provide instruction to parents and relatives on home treatment continuation.

Skills

Orthopedic terminology

Billing basics

Clinical functions

Administrative practices

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Georgia PT licensure or eligibility

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Job description

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Physical Therapist

Regular Full-Time Cumming, GA, US

Job Description

Job Title:Physical Therapist

Department:Physical and Occupational Therapy

Reports To:Therapy Clinic Manager

FLSA Status:Exempt

Summary

The Physical Therapist will administer medically necessary physical therapy services as prescribed by physicians to patients with neuromuscular and/or musculoskeletal disorders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule, examine, evaluate, and identify physical capabilities and disabilities.
• Develop therapeutic goals, objectives, and treatment plans.
• Use therapeutic techniques and exercise.
• Monitor and chart patient’s therapy progress.
• Participate in medical therapy conferences.
• Evaluate, order, and maintain medically necessary equipment related to this discipline.
• Maintain medical charts.
• Fabricate and maintain special adaptive therapy equipment and devices.
• Assist physicians in the evaluation of patients by administering various ability tests.
• Provide consultation and instruction to parents and relatives or interested individuals in methods of continuation of treatment at home.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree from a Physical Therapy program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Education of the American Physical Therapy Association is required
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia and able to obtain and provide proof of a Georgia Physical Therapist licensure at the commencement of employment required
• Knowledgeable in orthopedic terminology, basic billing functions, basic clinical functions, administrative practices, operational systems and procedures in medical setting.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Georgia and able to obtain and provide proof of a Georgia Physical Therapist licensure at the commencement of employment required
• American Heart Association's Certification - BLS Certified

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position requires regular standing, walking, reaching, handling, talking, and hearing, with occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Employees must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and may assist patients with movement, standing, or walking. The role may require extended periods on one’s feet and can be physically and emotionally demanding when working with injured patients. Close vision is required. The work environment is typically moderate in noise level. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.