Outpatient

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist for outpatient care. The position provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and education to patients and families according to individualized needs in an interdisciplinary environment. The PRN rate is $60.50 per hour, plus shift differential. The Physical Therapist assesses patients, identifies problems, and plans, develops, and implements measurable, results-oriented treatment plans. The therapist adjusts plans based on patient responses; provides direct care and specialized treatments; and trains patients and families on relevant aspects of care. The role also includes coordinating treatment schedules, communicating with the care team and others involved in a patient's care, documenting patient-program details, and accurately recording service charges. The therapist maintains supplies and equipment, keeps the work area orderly, follows protocols for sterile technique and infection control, and performs other related duties as required. Physical demands include lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, and varying amounts of standing, walking, and sitting. Work may involve exposure to blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, and other environmental conditions; travel may be required, and personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be used.

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.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and identify problems.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with clear, measurable goals, modifying plans according to patient responses.
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 care.
Communicate regularly with the patient care team, patients, family members, and others involved in patient care.
Plan treatment schedules to support efficient use of staff and equipment and high-quality patient services.
Document patient-program or setting details according to established protocols and accurately record charges for services rendered.
Maintain supplies and ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment.
Keep the work area free of debris and clutter.
Follow sterile technique and infection-control standards, including proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
Perform other related duties as required.