Physical Therapist / Outpatient

Emory Healthcare•Jackson, GA

7d•$39 - $47

About The Position

Provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and education to patients and families in an interdisciplinary environment, tailored to each patient's individualized needs. Assesses patients and identifies problems; develops and implements measurable, results-oriented treatment plans; modifies plans based on patient responses; and provides direct care and specialized treatments according to the plan of care. Instructs patients and families about pertinent aspects of care and communicates regularly with the patient care team and others involved in the patient's care. Plans treatment schedules to support effective use of staff and equipment. Maintains supplies and equipment, keeps the work area clear, documents patient-program details according to established protocols, and accurately records charges for services. Follows organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control, including cleaning and sterilizing work surfaces, equipment, and instruments. Performs other related duties as required.

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.
Provide treatments and education to patients and families based on individualized needs.
Develop and implement treatment plans with clear, measurable goals, and modify plans based on patient responses.
Instruct and train patients and families regarding pertinent aspects of care.
Provide direct patient care and specialized treatments according to the patient's plan of care.
Communicate with members of the patient care team, patients, family members, and others involved in patient care.
Plan treatment schedules to ensure effective use of staff and equipment.
Maintain supplies and ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment.
Keep work areas free of debris and clutter.
Document patient-program details according to established protocols and accurately record charges for services rendered.
Follow sterile-technique and infection-control standards, including cleaning and sterilizing work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
Perform other related duties as required.