Physical Therapist WMCG (Acute Care)

WellStar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognized as a Great Place to Work

Opportunities for professional development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our large healthcare team in Georgia. The role involves providing direct patient care to various diagnostic categories, assessing patient needs, and implementing effective treatment plans.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and necessary certifications, including Georgia State Licensure. Join us in enhancing health and well-being while being a part of a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Physical Therapist in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of various therapeutic treatment modalities.
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop effective treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans utilizing current theory and practice.
• Perform patient evaluations and modify treatment as necessary.
• Educate patients and supervise rehabilitation technicians.

Skills

Patient Treatment

Patient Assessment

Education

Coordination

Education

Bachelors Physical Therapy

Georgia State Licensure

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

## Physical Therapist WMCGApplylocations: Wellstar MCG Healthtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-63002How 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**Various (United States of America)**Job Summary:** Functions as a part of a large and varied healthcare team consisting of physicians, nurses, allied health personnel, and members of the community. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care to a variety of diagnostic categories and supervising rehabilitation technicians, volunteers, and students. Caseloads may consist of adult and pediatric inpatients and outpatients. The person in this position will function as a generalist while developing a specialization in a clinical area of interest. **Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:** Patient Treatment: Implements treatment plan utilizing current theory and practice; works towards established goals; modifies goals and treatment plan as necessary and indicated. Documents treatment plan according to department policy and bills for services. Coordinates appropriate follow up post discharge from care. Patient Assessment: Performs functions related to patient evaluation/re-evaluation, goal setting, and discharge planning according to department policy and procedures. Documents findings according to department policy and bills for services. Ensures findings are shared with appropriate individuals and provides necessary follow up. Education: Provides a positive learning environment for observers, volunteers, students, and co-workers. Willingly accepts learners and ensures learning objectives are achieved. Provides learning opportunities for department staff on topics related to clinical specialty. Productivity: Meets departmental productivity standards. Takes initiative to insure that established productivity standard is met on an ongoing and regular basis. Takes an active role in servicing patients with immediate needs. Documents productivity in a timely manner. Other duties as assigned. **Required Minimum Education:*** Bachelors Physical Therapy**Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):** All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.* Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor**Additional License(s) and Certification(s):** Georgia State Licensure Upon Hire Required **Required Minimum Experience:** **Required Minimum Skills:**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.### More Than A Career. A Purpose.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 compassionWe pursue excellenceWe 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.