Physical Therapist

3310 Wellstar MCG Health Warm Springs, Inc.; Warm Springs (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients primarily in the Rehab hospital and LTAC hospital. The role involves daily EMR documentation, patient and family education, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing treatment plans, achieving functional goals, mentoring interns, and participating in skills checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• GA Physical Therapy license or eligibility is required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association is required.
• Basic computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and discharge evaluations, sets goals and treatment plan and documents appropriately.
• Develops treatment plan and performs optimal treatment in a timely manner to meet functional goals.
• Determines therapy educational needs and provides PRN.
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed.
• Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy (preferred)

GA Physical Therapy license or eligible

Job description

Work Shift

The work schedule for this role is Monday - Friday 7:30 - 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (30 min lunch).

New Graduates Welcomed

Job Summary

Evaluation and treatment of patients primarily in the Rehab hospital and LTAC hospital determined by business need; daily documentation and charging in the EMR; education of patients, families and staff as appropriate; communication of patient progress in clinical conference; communication with other team members daily; preparing equipment orders; contacting vendors for equipment; communication with outside physicians and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and discharge evaluations, sets goals and treatment plan and documents appropriately.
• Develops treatment plan and performs optimal treatment in a timely manner to meet functional goals.
• Determines therapy educational needs and provides PRN.
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed.
• Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check.

Required Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Required Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

• Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• BLS certification from American Heart Association
• GA Physical Therapy license or eligible

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in Rehab, SNF, LTACH, Acute

Required Minimum Skills

• Basic computer literacy

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion; We pursue excellence; We honor every voice.

Culture of Excellence: Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.