Physical Therapist - Inpatient, Weekends

Piedmont-Healthcare; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT services for patients of all ages, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. The role involves evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function and reduce pain, with guidance for assigned staff as needed.

Candidates must hold a Georgia PT license (or compact privileges) and maintain CEUs; BCLS certification is required. Experience level preferred is cited in the job description.

Qualifications

• Educational requirement: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a BS, MS, or DPT.
• Must maintain current CEUs as required by the State.
• Licensure: Georgia Physical Therapist License or current compact privileges in Georgia.

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.
• May supervise or guide staff and supervise patients treated by physical therapist assistants.

Education

BS, MS, or DPT

BCLS Certification

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.

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 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

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

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Newnan Hospital