Physical Therapist Inpatient Rehab

Wellstar Health System; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist for inpatient rehab services to assess and implement personalized rehabilitation programs for patients. This role demands expertise in patient care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality service delivery. Candidates should possess a relevant degree in Physical Therapy and required licensure for practice.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support certification preferred.
• Entry-level position suitable for newly graduated therapists.

Responsibilities

• Implements physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
• Documents patient evaluations and treatment sessions.
• Provides education and discharge instructions to patients.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Customer service focused

Team oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelors Physical Therapy

Masters Physical Therapy

Doctorate Physical Therapy

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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.

Facility: Cobb Hospital

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. * Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately 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.

• Physical Therapist
• Basic Life Support or BLS - 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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