Physical Therapist / PRN / Outpatient

Emory • Kennesaw, GA

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About The Position

Emory Healthcare is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist for an outpatient role. The position provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and education to patients and families according to individualized needs in an interdisciplinary environment. The therapist communicates regularly with the patient care team, patients, families, and others involved in care; assesses patients and identifies problems; and plans, implements, and modifies measurable, results-oriented treatment plans based on patient response. The role also includes providing direct patient care and specialized treatments, planning treatment schedules, maintaining supplies and equipment, documenting care and charges, and following infection-control and sterile-technique standards. Outpatient experience is preferred. The stated PRN rate is $60.50 per hour plus shift differential.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Outpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and identify problems.
• Plan, develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals.
• Provide direct patient care and specialized treatments according to each patient's plan of care.
• Educate and train patients and families regarding pertinent aspects of patient care.
• Communicate regularly with the patient care team, patients, families, and others involved in care.
• Plan treatment schedules to make optimal use of staff and equipment while providing high-quality services.
• Maintain an established inventory of supplies and ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep the work area free of debris and clutter.
• Document patient-program or setting details according to established protocols and accurately record daily charges for services rendered.
• Follow organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control, including cleaning and sterilizing work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers