Physical Therapist, PRN

Kindred Healthcare•Columbus, GA

13d

About The Position

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St.Francis also delivers advanced heart,orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community. Job Summary Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment

Requirements

Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Physical Therapy, required
Must have a current State Physical Therapy License
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer
Able to maintain a high awareness of patient satisfaction and teamwork
Attention to detail
Adaptable to performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Must be flexible, able to work as needed for appropriate departmental coverage
Basic computer knowledge; become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrates proficient time management skills
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities

Nice To Haves

Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Interacts professionally with patients/families; treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
Effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers, demonstrating customer service excellence through application of positive language principles, appropriate response and use of constructive problem-solving techniques which foster positive outcomes
Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population
Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified patient therapy assistants, therapy technicians, therapy aides, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication. according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards
Administers treatment involving application of physical agent modalities using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient
Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications
Plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation