Physical Therapist, $2500 sign-on bonus

St. Mary's Health Care System; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Health Care System seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients referred by physicians, in line with Georgia Practice Act and APTA guidelines. You will supervise LPTAs and athletic trainers, coordinate therapy plans, and support hospital missions and policies.

The role requires Georgia licensure and graduation from an APTA-accredited program, with broad clinical experience and strong documentation, billing, and collaboration skills with other care providers.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Graduate of an APTA or other accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Possess a degree at least bachelor's level in Physical Therapy.
• Knowledge of documentation and billing to meet regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients referred by a licensed physician.
• Supervises and participates in care of patients treated by LPTAs and athletic trainers.
• Plans, organizes and coordinates therapy treatments with therapy providers.
• Works collaboratively with nurses, physicians and hospital staff.
• Participates in clinical quality measurement and improvement programs.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Conflict resolution

Therapy planning

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Description

Evaluates and treats patients referred by a licensed physician in accordance with the Practice Act for the State of Georgia, the Guidelines for Professional Conduct of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and the APTA Guide to Professional Practice. Actively supervises and participates in the care of patients treated by Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants and Athletic Trainers. Complies with hospital policies and supports the mission and values of the hospital.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Evaluates and treats patients referred by a licensed physician in accordance with the Practice Act for the State of Georgia, the Guidelines for Professional Conduct of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and the APTA Guide to Professional Practice. Actively supervises and participates in the care of patients treated by Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants and Athletic Trainers. Complies with hospital policies and supports the mission and values of the hospital.

The Physical Therapist must be duly licensed by the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy. The Physical Therapist must be a graduate of an APTA or other accredited school of Physical Therapy. Physical Therapists may have Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degrees. Physical Therapists should have as a minimum, broad experience in a variety of different clinical settings through their APTA or other accredited clinical internship programs. Must have a working knowledge of the principles and practices of Physical Therapy, including evaluation, treatment planning, modality applications, and all manner of therapeutic exercise and patient mobility treatments. Should also be knowledgeable of required documentation and billing that satisfies the Georgia State practice act, JCAHO requirements, and meets the requirements of Medicare, Medicaid , and other insurers. Must be able to plan, organize and coordinate therapy treatments with other therapy providers, most notably Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants (LPTA’s), Occupational Therapists (OTR’s), and Speech Therapists (SLP’s). Must be able to work collaboratively with all other members of the St. Mary's Health Care System, including nurses, physicians, and hospital personnel. Must be able to deal constructively with conflict;collect, analyze and interpret data from a variety of sources and take appropriate action. Must be able to relate to physician referral sources and demonstrate excellent customer service. Must be willing and able to participate in clinical quality measurement and performance improvement programs as requested, and be in compliance with all of St. Mary's Health Care System policies and procedures.

VI: Physical Requirements

This position requires keen hearing and visual acuity in order to properly assess patients. Some close eye work required (computers, typing, reading, writing). Prolonged and considerable amounts of standing and walking. The Therapist must be able to turn, lift, push, pull, and transfer patients. The therapist must also be able to lift, push, and pull equipment of up to fifty (50) pounds.

VII. Personal Protective Equipment

This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks/activities. Universal precautions should be followed. Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to: back support belts, gloves, masks, and safety glasses.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.