Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care

Hugh Chatham Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Advocate Health in Georgia seeks a licensed physical therapist for inpatient rehabilitation. You will assess, plan, and implement patient care with a focus on outcomes, collaborate with physicians and nurses, and educate patients and families. The role emphasizes documentation, safety, and a patient-centered approach in a fast-paced setting.

New graduates welcome; Georgia license required. A 40-hour work week with days 9-5 and two weekend days per month is offered, with a $10k sign-on bonus and

Qualifications

• Georgia license is required.
• Education: Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate in physical therapy.
• New graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Patient assessments and reassessments to create effective treatment plans.
• Care planning and interdisciplinary communication to ensure quality outcomes.
• Documenting patient progress and outcomes at initial and discharge evaluations.
• Operates physical therapy modalities and equipment safely and correctly.
• Educates patients and families; documents timely and accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Dependable

Education

Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in physical therapy

Job description

Department

37650 Navicent Health Medical Center - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Days 9-5

Two weekend days a month

Pay Range

$41.10 - $61.65

This position is eligible for $10k sign on bonus for new Atrium Health teammates. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages.

Major Responsibilities

Patient Assessments / Reassessments

Performs appropriate patient assessments resulting in an effective treatment plan.

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.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.