Physical Therapist OP

Emory•Decatur, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs...and more! ReVital is an innovative oncology rehabilitation program offered exclusively by Select Medical. Our vision is to establish comprehensive cancer rehabilitation as a standard of care for people affected by cancer. Our network of 900+ specially trained, multidisciplinary therapists work closely with oncologists and people affected by cancer to create personalized rehabilitation plans Emory Outpatient Rehab in Partnership with Select Medical seeks a full time Physical Therapist to provide exceptional care to patients with a variety of general Orthopedic and Oncology diagnoses, including pre-/post-operative care, deconditioning, balance and other musculoskeletal conditions. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organized, flexible, team oriented with great communication skills. A strong orthopedic background is preferred and ReVital training will be required within the first year. Seize the opportunity to join our highly trained and respected ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation program team, which provides rehabilitative services to help improve the quality of life for people affected by cancer. Our ReVital team provides the necessary education and training for therapists invested in treating our diverse patient population. Description JOB DESCRIPTION: Provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments and education to patients/families which are consistent with patient's individualized needs and carried out within an interdisciplinary environment. Maintains an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter. Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members and others involved with the patients care. Assesses the patient and identifies problems. Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care. Plans, develops and implements a result-oriented treatment plan responsive to the individualized needs of the patient and includes clear, measurable goals. Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient's responses. Plans treatment schedules which ensure optimal use of staff and equipment for providing high quality patient services. Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient's individualized plan of care. Follows established protocols to document specifics related to the patient program/setting. Accurately records daily charges for services rendered. Practices organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities including proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment and instruments. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Graduation from a Physical Therapy school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Georgia.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

A strong orthopedic background is preferred and ReVital training will be required within the first year.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organized, flexible, team oriented with great communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments and education to patients/families which are consistent with patient's individualized needs and carried out within an interdisciplinary environment.
Maintains an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter.
Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members and others involved with the patients care.
Assesses the patient and identifies problems.
Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.
Plans, develops and implements a result-oriented treatment plan responsive to the individualized needs of the patient and includes clear, measurable goals.
Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient's responses.
Plans treatment schedules which ensure optimal use of staff and equipment for providing high quality patient services.
Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient's individualized plan of care.
Follows established protocols to document specifics related to the patient program/setting.
Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.
Practices organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities including proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment and instruments.
Performs other related duties as required.