Physical Therapist - Phoebe Orthopedics Specialty Group - $25k Bonus

Phoebe Physician Group, Inc.; Dawson Heights (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, GA seeks a Physical Therapist to plan and implement individualized treatment programs, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve the best patient outcomes.

The role supervises PTAs and other staff, participates in documentation and education, and supports service lines at Meredyth Specialty Clinics within Phoebe Orthopaedics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• 0-1 year clinical, medical setting preferred.
• Certifications: BLS, Physical Therapist, specialty certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement treatment programs for individual patients per physical therapy principles.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team for best patient outcomes.
• Supervise PTAs with treatment and documentation to ensure optimal results.
• Supervise specialists, aides, students and volunteers in the clinic.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relations

Mathematical

Analytical

Grammar / Spelling

Read / Comprehend

Written Instructions

Follow Verbal Instructions

Transcription

Microsoft Office Suite

General Clerical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Number: 30172

Location: Albany Meredyth Street Address: 2709 MEREDYTH DR STE 450 City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31707

Department: PPG PHOEBE ORTHO SPECIALTY GROUP-ADMIN Shift: Days Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2024-12-11

Job Description Summary: Description: When you join Phoebe, you aren’t just filling a shift at a corporate health facility. You are joining a not-for-profit community institution that serves as the literal heartbeat of Southwest Georgia. Here, your skills as a therapist have a profound, visible impact on the lives of families who truly need and appreciate your care.

About Albany Meredyth Specialty Clinics

Located in our Northwest Albany medical hub, the specialized clinics at Meredyth Place (including neurology and pain management specialties) represent our targeted outpatient medical care. Therapists collaborating here interface directly with specialized medical tracks, providing functional evaluations and highly customized rehabilitation strategies right alongside Phoebe’s leading clinical specialists. Phoebe Orthopaedics

JOB SUMMARY

Plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team for best outcomes with patient care. Supervise PTAs with treatment of patients and documentation for the best outcomes. Supervise specialists, aides, students and volunteers in the clinic. Keeps abreast of new lines of therapeutic interventions to enhance the department and patient care.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company

WORKING CONDITIONS

General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms. May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be scheduled as needed including overtime

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

0 - 1 year clinical, medical setting (Preferred)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

Required Certifications/Licensures: Basic Life Support (BLS), Physical Therapist (PT), Specialty Certification required

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical
• Analytical
• Grammar / Spelling
• Read / Comprehend
• Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Transcription
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

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Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.