Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Health Wealth Safe; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Wealth Safe is recruiting a licensed Physical Therapist to join a multidisciplinary healthcare team in Augusta, GA. You will implement and adjust treatment plans, document progress, and coordinate discharge planning to optimize patient outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, Georgia state licensure, and BLS (or BLS Instructor). Strong collaboration, documentation, and patient-centered care skills are essential to support learning and deliver compassionate

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with GA state licensure.
• BLS or BLS Instructor certification required.
• Ability to work in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and modify treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Document treatment and assessment findings per policies.
• Perform patient evaluations, goal setting, and discharge planning.
• Provide educational support to observers, students, volunteers, and staff.
• Maintain productivity and ensure timely documentation.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Documentation

Assessment skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Role Overview: Provides direct patient care as part of a diverse healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. Responsibilities include implementing and adjusting treatment plans, documenting patient progress, performing assessments, and coordinating follow-up care post-discharge.

Key Duties

• Implement and modify treatment plans based on current practices and patient needs.
• Document treatment and assessment findings in accordance with departmental policies and billing requirements.
• Perform patient evaluations, goal setting, and discharge planning.
• Provide educational support for observers, students, volunteers, and staff to foster learning and professional development.
• Maintain productivity standards and proactively address patient needs, ensuring timely documentation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licenses: Georgia State Licensure and BLS or BLS Instructor certification.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative healthcare environment.
• Strong documentation and assessment skills, with a focus on patient-centered care.

Join a team committed to compassionate service and clinical excellence, supporting professional growth and meaningful patient impact.