Physical Therapist / PRN
About The Position
Emory Healthcare (EHC) is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team. EHC is a leading Atlanta hospital known for its excellence in cardiology, heart surgery, cancer, and neurology. The organization fosters a collaborative environment where professionals can learn, grow, and innovate. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with organizations like the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Georgia Institute of Technology. The position offers a PRN rate of $60.50 hourly plus shift differential, with availability required on weekdays, weekends, and holidays, as well as consecutive weekday availability for training.
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.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
