Physical Therapist - Inpatient, PRN, Days

Piedmont; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newton Hospital in Covington, GA seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT services to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. You will evaluate and treat using modalities, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with therapists assistants to restore function and reduce pain.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program (BS/MS/DPT), current Georgia license or compact license, ongoing CEU compliance, and Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a BS, MS, or DPT.
• Must maintain current CEU's as by the State.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services for a designated group of patients across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Conduct physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function and relieve pain.
• Collaborate with physical therapist assistants and staff for patient care and orientation as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Education

BS/MS/DPT in Physical Therapy

Tools

BCLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Overview

Provides physical therapy services for a designated group of patients, assisting them to reach highest level of physical independence. Conducts physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease or injury. Provides patient care to all age groups to include pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the care of patients treated by physical therapist assistants. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Overview

Provides physical therapy services for a designated group of patients, assisting them to reach highest level of physical independence. Conducts physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease or injury. Provides patient care to all age groups to include pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the care of patients treated by physical therapist assistants. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services for a designated group of patients, assisting them to reach highest level of physical independence. Conducts physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease or injury. Provides patient care to all age groups to include pediatric, adult and geriatric. Responsible for the care of patients treated by physical therapist assistants. May be responsible for orientation and ongoing guidance of assigned staff.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited an accredited Physical Therapy program with a BS, MS, or DPT Required
• Must maintain current CEU's as by the State

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• PT - Physical Therapist Current Georgia Physical Therapist License or current compact privileges in Georgia Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support through AHA Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Newton Hospital