Physical Therapist- Sign on bonus

Marathon Health; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Marathon membership

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Marathon Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide top-notch musculoskeletal care and worksite support. The role blends clinical therapy with education on body mechanics, ergonomics, and safety for employees, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Required: Doctorate/BS/MS in Physical Therapy, state license, 3+ years in outpatient PT, and BLS. The role offers competitive pay, sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Minimum 3 years’ outpatient Physical Therapy experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience using electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with care team including physicians, PAs/NPs, and other therapists.
• Administer physical therapy treatments and educate patients.
• Develop and implement goal-directed treatment plans based on assessments.
• Coordinate care and ensure proper follow-up and referrals as needed.
• Teach home exercises and document care in EMR.
• Maintain safe, clean work environment and infection-control practices.
• Participate in continuing education and staff development.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Independence

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT degree

State PT license

BLS certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

Marathon Health is a leading advanced primary care provider, partnering with employer and union plan sponsors to improve health for millions of Americans. With nationwide onsite, nearsite, and network health centers, and virtual primary care, Marathon delivers a value-based model that enhances the healthcare experience for members and providers, while driving meaningful cost savings for plan sponsors. Marathon is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®, reflecting the company's commitment to building an inclusive, high-trust culture where all employees can thrive. Learn more at marathon.health

The Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist is responsible for a combination of clinical and client facing worksite support. The Physical Therapist is responsible for assuring that all patients receive top notch musculoskeletal care. The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals. In addition, the Physical Therapist will help support the client in the worksite providing body mechanics education, ergonomics and safety information, wellness initiatives, and other non-clinical worksite support. The Physical Therapist will maintain a positive working relationship and collaboration with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functions as part of care continuum and medical team, including but not limited to: physician, PA/NP, occupational therapist, health coach, medical assistant, etc.
• Administers appropriate physical therapy treatments including therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, manual therapies, modalities, and patient education.
• Based on results of thorough assessment, plans, and executes a thorough goal-directed treatment program that meets the patient's goals and provides positive outcome measures.
• Assist with care coordination and ensure patient seeks appropriate level of care or specialty and follows up accordingly.
• May supervise and direct PTA’s in accordance with professional guidelines.
• Teach in-home therapeutic exercises and stretches as part of treatment plan.
• Documents patient care services appropriately and promptly by charting in patient’s electronic medical record.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Maintains and develops professional knowledge and skills by reviewing professional publications and by attending continuing education.
• Develops physical therapy staff by providing evidence-based practice resources, developing and conducting in-service training programs.
• Injury prevention education and worksite assessments as needed and/or applicable.
• Address ergonomic needs of client worksite as applicable/needed.
• Effectively communicates with interdisciplinary team in the planning and implementation of the patient’s plan of care.
• Attend all Marathon Health center training sessions (including EMR training).
• Identify community health needs and strategies to address them.
• To advise on Marathon Health policy within the continually changing environment of healthcare delivery.
• To schedule follow-up appointments, screenings, and tests for client company employees.
• Assist in outreach efforts with Marathon Health to target those employees at highest risk of developing chronic diseases.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS, MS or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university (CAPTE).
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a Physical Therapist.
• Current BLS certification.
• Understanding of clinical documentation requirements utilizing electronic medical records software in accordance with state, federal, and APTA guidelines.
• Outpatient experience for adolescent and adult population.
• Ergonomic training, certification, or experience a plus.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent presentation skills and ability to present education materials to multiple levels within a client’s organization.
• Comfortable working with employees at all levels within an organization, working independently and with limited supervision.
• Consistently demonstrate professionalism in communications and relationships with patients, clients, co-workers, Marathon corporate leadership and support staff, employers, prospects, vendors, and carriers.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000/yrThe actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate’s years of experience and/or skill level.

Sign-on Bonus

$5,000

Benefits Summary

• Health and Well-Being: Free Marathon membership for in person and virtual care, employer paid life and disability insurance, and choice in medical/dental plans, vision, employer funded HSA, FSA, and voluntary illness, accident and hospitalization plans.
• Benefits are effective on the first of the month following date of hire.
• Financial Support: Competitive compensation, 401k match, access to financial coaching through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Lifestyle: Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and more, holiday schedule.

Benefits (detailed)

• Eligibility varies based on PT or FT status.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits: Choice of 2 medical plans, 2 dental plans, and vision coverage, unlimited free mental health benefits and EAP resources, Rewards for challenges and healthy lifestyle activities.
• Family Friendly & Reproductive Health Benefits: Family-building and hormonal health benefits and paid parental leave.
• Time-Based Benefits: Generous PTO or FTO, Paid Holidays + A Day for What Matters.
• Financial Support: Company paid Basic Life and Disability insurance, Supplemental Life, Spending Accounts, 401(k) with employer match and graded vesting.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) for maintaining and strengthening the knowledge, skills, and expertise of our health center teammates, as applicable.

Our Mission

Marathon Health exists to enable millions of people to live their healthiest lives, one patient at a time.

Commitment to Equality

Marathon Health provides equal employment opportunities to all teammates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Marathon Health is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Additional Benefits Overview

Our benefits are built around access to care that works, starting with FREE Marathon Health services for you and your family, which provides unlimited, free primary care, routine labs, select prescriptions, vaccinations, and virtual mental health care for you and your family so that our teammates can do their best work and build better healthcare.