Physical Therapist - (Part-time)

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.; Warm Springs (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar in Georgia seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients in the Rehab hospital and LTAC, with emphasis on documentation, education of patients and families, and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Requirements include a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (Doctoral preferred), GA PT license or eligibility, and a minimum of 1 year of rehab experience; BLS is required. Join a nationally recognized system dedicated to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy preferred.
• GA PT license or eligible required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and discharge evaluations and sets goals and treatment plans.
• Develops treatment plans and delivers timely, optimal therapy to meet functional goals.
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team and mentors interns.
• Engages in hospital and discipline-specific skills checks.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift Job Summary: Evaluation and treatment of patients primarily in the Rehab hospital and LTAC hospital determined by business need; daily documentation and charging in the EMR; education of patients, families and staff as appropriate; communication of patient progress in clinical conference; communication with other team members daily; preparing equipment orders; contacting vendors for equipment; communication with outside physicians and other professionals.

Responsibilities: Performs initial and discharge evaluations, sets goals and treatment plan and documents appropriately. Develops treatment plan and performs optimal treatment in a timely manner to meet functional goals. Determines therapy educational needs and provides PRN. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Serves as CI/mentor for interns as needed Participates in hospital and discipline specific skills check

Required Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy Preferred Required Minimum Experience Minimum 1 year experience in Rehab, SNF, LTACH, Acute Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s BLS Licensure(s) GA PT license or eligible Required Minimum Skills Basic computer literacy

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.