Physical Therapist

Orthopt; Winder (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Eastside Rehabilitation Hospital seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. You will evaluate and treat patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and post-surgical conditions, developing individualized rehabilitation plans to restore function, mobility, and independence.

Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, you will educate patients and families, document progress in the EMR, and participate in quality improvement initiatives while mentoring

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of JOB-STATE or eligibility to obtain prior to start date.
• Graduation from CAPTE‑accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained upon hire.
• Advanced certifications such as NCS, OCS, or CSRS preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and post-surgical conditions through comprehensive physical therapy assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
• Provide hands‑on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and neuromuscular re‑education tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safe mobility techniques, and strategies to support ongoing recovery.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Document all assessments, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in the electronic medical record system.
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress, clinical judgment, and evidence-based best practices.
• Ensure safe and appropriate use of rehabilitation equipment and modalities in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Support and mentor therapy students or new staff as appropriate, contributing to a culture of continuous learning.
• Uphold all regulatory, ethical, and hospital standards for patient privacy, infection control, and workplace safety.

Education

Graduation from CAPTE‑accredited Physical Therapy program

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) or eligibility to obtain

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced certifications preferred (NCS/OCS/CSRS)

Job description

Eastside Rehabilitation Hospital seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will evaluate and treat patients with diverse conditions, developing individualized rehabilitation plans to restore function, mobility, and independence. Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and families, and document progress. We offer a compassionate, patient-centered culture, ongoing professional development, and exposure to advanced rehabilitation techniques in a supportive environment focused on continuous learning and clinical excellence.

• Evaluate patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and post-surgical conditions through comprehensive physical therapy assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve patients' mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
• Provide hands‑on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, gait training, and neuromuscular re‑education tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Educate patients and their families on home exercise programs, safe mobility techniques, and strategies to support ongoing recovery.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Document all assessments, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in the electronic medical record system.
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress, clinical judgment, and evidence-based best practices.
• Ensure safe and appropriate use of rehabilitation equipment and modalities in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Support and mentor therapy students or new staff as appropriate, contributing to a culture of continuous learning.
• Uphold all regulatory, ethical, and hospital standards for patient privacy, infection control, and workplace safety.

• Patient assessment and evaluation
• Development of individualized treatment plans
• Manual therapy techniques
• Therapeutic exercise prescription
• Gait training and balance rehabilitation
• Neuromuscular re‑education
• Post‑surgical rehabilitation
• Use of rehabilitation equipment and modalities
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Interdisciplinary care collaboration
• Patient and family education
• Pain management techniques
• Discharge planning and home exercise programming
• Outcome measurement and reporting
• Infection control and safety compliance

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) in the state of JOB-STATE or eligibility to obtain prior to start date.
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program (CAPTE‑accredited).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained upon hire.
• Advanced certifications such as Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS), Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), or Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS) preferred but not required.