Physical Therapist

Childrens 1st Rehabilitation Center; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Childrens 1st Rehabilitation Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our team in Georgia. You will examine patients to diagnose movement dysfunctions and create personalized treatment plans to improve mobility and function after injuries or illnesses.

You will conduct initial evaluations, design exercise programs, use manual therapy and modalities, educate families, and document progress while collaborating with other healthcare professionals to help patients achieve independent

Qualifications

• Current state licensing as a physical therapist required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment and make decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations to assess a patient's physical condition and functional limitations.
• Develop individualized care plans with goals and outcomes, focusing on alternatives to surgery and medication.
• Implement treatment programs using exercises, stretching, manual therapy, and specialized equipment.
• Educate patients and families on recovery, home exercises, and use of assistive devices.
• Track progress and modify treatment plans as the patient improves.
• Oversee and mentor Physical Therapy Students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Team collaboration

Education

Physical Therapy License

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking Physical Therapists to join our team! As a Physical Therapist, your responsibilities include examining patients to diagnose movement dysfunctions and creating personalized treatment plans to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function after injuries or illnesses. Key duties include performing physical evaluations, designing exercise programs, using therapeutic modalities and hands-on techniques, educating patients and families, and documenting progress. PTs work with individuals of all ages, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to help people achieve and maintain active, independent lives.

Core Responsibilities

• Assessment and Diagnosis:
• Conduct initial evaluations to assess a patient's physical condition, movement capabilities, and functional limitations.
• Treatment Planning:
• Develop individualized care plans with specific goals and expected outcomes, often focusing on alternatives to surgery and medication.
• Therapeutic Interventions:
• Implement treatment programs using a variety of techniques, including therapeutic exercises, stretching, manual therapy (hands-on techniques), and the use of specialized equipment.
• Patient and Family Education:
• Educate patients and their families on the recovery process, home exercise programs, and how to use assistive devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
• Progress Monitoring:
• Track and record patient progress, making necessary modifications to the treatment plan as the patient improves.
• Supervision:
• Oversee and guide Physical Therapy Students.
• Current state licensing for physical therapist required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment