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

Surgery Partners Careers•Newnan, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia Bone & Joint is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join their dynamic, collaborative team in Newnan, GA. The role involves working alongside seasoned therapists and orthopedic physicians in a state-of-the-art facility. This collaborative environment focuses on providing superior, patient-centered quality care while fostering a healthy work-life balance and a strong family atmosphere. The position offers a manageable caseload, advanced treatment techniques, and a diverse patient population. Streamlined documentation is facilitated by Prompt EMR and AI Sidekick. The team environment encourages collaboration and support among therapists with various skill levels and specialties. New and recent graduates are encouraged to apply and will benefit from a structured mentoring program.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Certified in Blood Flow Restriction Therapy (Owens Recovery Science certified).
Experience with 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.
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 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.