Physical Therapist - Newnan, GA (Sign-On Bonus)

Surgery Partners, Inc • Newnan, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At Georgia Bone & Joint, we are a leader in orthopedic medical care with growing practices around south Atlanta. We are looking for a licensed Physical Therapist to join our dynamic, collaborative team in Newnan, GA. When you join us, you work alongside seasoned therapists and highly trained orthopedic physicians in a state-of-the-art facility that includes an onsite MRI and an ambulatory surgery center. This collaborative care environment allows us to provide superior, patient-centered quality care while fostering a healthy work-life balance and a strong family atmosphere.

Requirements

• A team player willing to contribute to a positive culture, open to learning, and eager to grow with mentorship and support.
• Passionate about working from a patient-centered biopsychosocial perspective and focusing on the patient's goals.
• A graduate of a CAPTE-accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Currently licensed (or eligible for licensure) as a physical therapist in the state of Georgia.
• Holds an active BLS CPR Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Full time, 32 hours minimum; Monday-Friday (No Weekends) at least 4 days/week.

Nice To Haves

• New and recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Experience with specialized techniques, including personalized Blood Flow Restriction Therapy (Owens Recovery Science certified), Dry Needling, Low Level Laser Therapy, and advanced manual therapy.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards
• Evaluate patient mobility, strength, ROM, pain, and current level of patient function.
• Develop a plan of treatment for patients based on ongoing evaluations, including short-term and long-term goals, frequency, and duration of anticipated treatment, and expected outcomes
• Tolerate standing and walking constantly throughout the day while treating and supervising patients.
• Administer physical therapy treatments that include hands on manual therapy, joint mobilizations, manual stretching of sometimes heavy body parts, myofascial release and others, while maintaining good control and body mechanics.
• Teach and demonstrate proper gait and mobility techniques, while helping with bed mobility, transfers and guarding patients to ensure their safety with good technique and body mechanics.
• Be able to demonstrate and perform various activities and exercises that include squatting, bending, twisting, lifting 20+lbs, using exercise machines and occasionally running and jumping.
• Be proficient with using a computer and able to document accurately and efficiently through the EMR, ensuring documentation is timely and meets compliance.
• Educate patients and caregivers on the patient condition, limitations, precautions, and realistic outcome expectations from the physical therapy plan of care
• Implement plan of treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust schedule and plan according to patient progress
• Collaborate with other providers such as physicians, physician assistants, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants and other physical therapists for the benefit of the patient’s care
• Accurate billing of services

Benefits

• $15,000 Sign-On Bonus paid over the first 12 months
• Competitive salary based on experience, plus guaranteed monthly bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Active in less than 30 days from your start date.
• 401(k) with company match and HSA access
• Generous Paid Time Off, Holiday pay and paid volunteer hours
• $1,000 annual allowance, paid days off for continuing education courses and Full MedBridge subscription for continuing education access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level