Physical Therapist

Hughston; Leesburg (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughston in Albany, GA seeks a professional Physical Therapist to assess, plan, and implement prescribed treatment plans to restore function and relieve pain. You will perform evaluations, coordinate with physicians, document progress, and educate patients and families while maintaining HIPAA compliance and quality standards.

The role requires a PT license, 1 year of PT experience, BLS certification, and a willingness to travel to multiple Hughston locations as needed.

Qualifications

• 1 year of PT experience required.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Current state Physical Therapy license.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• May require working at multiple locations; valid driver’s license and satisfactory MVR on onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer medically prescribed PT treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Perform evaluations/re-eval and establish plan of care.
• Consult with physicians and other departments about rehabilitation impact.
• Document findings, treatments, and progress for medical records.
• Educate patients and families on care and exercises.
• Stay up to date on protocols and participate in professional development.

Skills

PT experience

Education

Accredited PT program graduate

Job description

Full Time Physical Therapist - Albany, GA.

POSITION GOAL

To provide the highest level of patient care by assessing, interpreting, planning and implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and administer medically prescribed physical therapy (PT) treatments for patients suffering from injuries/disease to restore function, prevent disability, and relieve pain.
• Perform evaluations/re-eval and establish plan of care for patients.
• Consult with physicians and/or other departments about the impact of rehabilitation on patient health status.
• Consult with insurance companies on patient’s behalf to increase patient care.
• Document findings, treatments, and other patient information for medical record as necessary.
• Bill patients according to proper procedures.
• Educate patient/family on appropriate care and use of various therapies and/or exercises.
• Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, and other members of the therapy staff.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Maintain HIPPA and abide by appropriate state Ethics laws.
• Perform appropriate wound care and assessment to enhance surgical outcomes.
• Provide documentation with appropriate progressions in a timely and efficient manner.
• Stay up to date on appropriate protocols for patient population.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

• One (1) year of PT experience.

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

Special Qualifications:

• May require working at multiple locations.
• Valid Driver’s License, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) and proof of insurance required for position on-boarding.
• Annual MVR may be required per policy and procedure; background reports may be ran as needed throughout the course of employment.
• Must have a current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.