Physical Therapist, Full-Time

Erlanger Health System • Chattanooga, TN

16d

About The Position

A licensed physical therapist employed by Erlanger Health System, is responsible for direct and indirect care in the rehabilitation of the patient.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy
• Knowledge of general physical therapy principles and practical skills
• Physical Therapist Tennessee licensure.
• BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward
• Completion of 8 hours of education specific to Total Ankle, Hip and Knee Replacement (if assigned to that unit)
• Completion of 4 of these hours as Erlanger Online Education upon hire (EOLs and other training will be assigned by Department Leadership and /or Educator).

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy evaluations.
• Develops an individual plan of treatment for each patient.
• Provides age-appropriate treatment.
• Participates in team meetings and discharge planning.
• Educates patients and their families in the patient's treatment program.
• Directs Physical Therapist Assistants and Patient Care Technicians in patient treatments.
• Maintains accurate written reports.
• Participates in the on-call rotation for weekends and holidays.
• Maintains standards as set down by the American Physical Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional ethics.
• Participates in continuing education programs.
• Participates in community education.
• Acts as clinical instructor for PT and PTA students.
• Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement efforts of the department and the Medical Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees