Physical Therapist Acute Care

2510 Cobb Hospital, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a licensed physical therapist to assess, plan and deliver rehabilitative care across the continuum, aiming to improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent deformity. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to meet regulatory standards and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes education for patients and families, documentation of sessions, and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PT degree (Bachelor/Master/Doctorate).
• Current Physical Therapy license/credential as required.
• Excellent communication and patient-focused care.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan rehabilitation programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Implement treatment plans and progress patients toward goals.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge instructions.
• Document evaluations and plans of care per guidelines.
• Participate in staff meetings and maintain licensure requirements.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Basic Computer Skills

Education

PT degree

Job description

Work Shift Job Summary

The physical therapist assesses, plans, organizes and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and decrease or prevent deformity of patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Treatment Planning and Provision of Care
  • Implements the physical therapy treatment plan
  • Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
  • Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input
  • Provides ongoing patient/family education and training
  • Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate
  • Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.
• Patient Assessment
  • In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to the physical therapy needs of the patient.
  • Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.
  • Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.
• Documentation
  • Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines
  • Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols
  • Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines
• General requirements
  • Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
  • Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
  • Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
  • Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
  • Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
  • Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
  • Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
  • Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
  • Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
  • Observes infection prevention precautions
• Customer Service
  • Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
  • Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
  • Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
  • Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients.
  • Treats patients and fellow team members with respect.
  • Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration.
• Professional Development
  • Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
  • Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
  • Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure.
  • Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
  • Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

Bachelors Physical Therapy or Masters Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. PT - Physical Therapist BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) and Certification(s)

Required Minimum Experience

Required Minimum Skills

Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.

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.