Physical Therapist Outpatient

Atrium Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Macon, GA is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform patient assessments and reassessments, building an effective treatment plan and involving patients and families. The role requires licensure in Georgia, a PT degree, strong communication and time management, ability to use modalities and equipment safely, and to document outcomes in accordance with policies.

New graduates welcome; opportunities for continuing education and professional growth within a collaborative health care

Qualifications

• Georgia license to practice physical therapy.
• Physical therapy degree (BS, MS or DPT).
• New graduates will be considered.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments resulting in an effective treatment plan.
• Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals and modifies the plan of care.
• Involves patient and family in assessment and care planning.
• Provides care per physician orders and ensures quality outcomes.
• Communicates with physicians, nurses, case managers and the health care team.
• Documents outcomes at initial and discharge evaluations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities and uses equipment safely.
• Formulates and teaches a plan based on learning needs, involving family when appropriate.
• Maintains documentation standards and timely record completion.
• Participates in continuing education and professional growth.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Dependable

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral in Physical Therapy

Job description

Patient Assessments / Reassessments

Performs appropriate patient assessments resulting in an effective treatment plan.

Major Responsibilities

Patient Assessments / Reassessments

Reassesses patients at appropriate intervals of time demonstrating the ability to observe treatment effect and modify the plan of care as indicated.

Involves the patient and /or family in the assessment process and the formation of the care plan.

Care Planning / Interdisciplinary Communication

Provides care in accordance with physician’s orders.

Demonstrates appropriate case management to ensure quality of care and best patient outcome.

Communicates appropriately to physicians, nurses, case managers, and other members of the health care team to ensure care is collaborative and appropriate.

Patient Outcomes

Assesses and documents patient outcomes criteria at the initial and discharge evaluations. (all shoulder, back, incontinence, and anodyne).

Physical Therapy Modalities / Patient Treatment

Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities / treatments and performs correctly.

Operates Equipment Safely and Correctly

Demonstrates knowledge of and competency in using equipment pertinent to providing physical therapy services.

Patient Education

Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning.

Includes the family in teaching as appropriate.

Documentation

Documentation meets current standards and policies.

Documentation is legible.

No inappropriate abbreviations are used.

Documentation is completed in a timely manner.

Medical Records are closed as per policy.

Charge Capture

Time is adequately documented in the assessments and daily treatment notes.

Each charge bill adequately reflects all services provided.

Demonstrates self-growth as a professional therapist.

Engages in continuing education and professional growth opportunities

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

Georgia license.

Education Required

Bachelors, masters, or doctoral degree in physical therapy

Experience Required

New graduates will be considered

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Good interpersonal and communication skills, time management skills, and the ability to be flexible and dependable

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds specific to job class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors. Must be able to work in noisy environments and be self directed to complete jobs as ordered. Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations. Must be able to assess and respond to multiple situations simultaneously. Must be able to assist co-workers in multiple overlapping tasks simultaneously. Must be able to prioritize job tasks and organize work space to be efficient and conducive to completing work tasks as assigned in a timely manner. If job class is identified as falling under POPE C, the individual must pass the cardiac recovery test.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.