Physical Therapist / Outpatient

Emory Healthcare•Monroe, GA

7d•$39 - $47

About The Position

Provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and education to patients and families in an interdisciplinary environment, consistent with each patient's individualized needs. The role assesses patients, identifies problems, develops and implements measurable, results-oriented treatment plans, and modifies those plans based on patient responses. It includes providing direct patient care and specialized treatments according to the plan of care, training patients and families, coordinating with the patient care team, and planning treatment schedules for effective use of staff and equipment. The position also maintains supplies and equipment, keeps the work area clear, documents patient program details and daily service charges, and follows sterile technique, infection-control, and organizational standards. Other related duties may be required. Physical demands and environmental exposures may vary by assigned work area and tasks.

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 provide treatments and education to patients and families according to individualized needs.
Assess patients and identify problems.
Instruct and train patients and families regarding pertinent aspects of patient care.
Develop and implement a results-oriented treatment plan with clear, measurable goals, and modify it according to patient responses.
Plan treatment schedules to ensure effective use of staff and equipment while providing high-quality services.
Provide direct patient care and specialized treatments according to each patient's plan of care.
Communicate regularly with the patient care team, patients, family members, and others involved in patient care.
Maintain supplies and ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment; keep the work area free of debris and clutter.
Document patient program details according to established protocols and accurately record daily charges for services rendered.
Follow sterile-technique and infection-control standards, including proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
Perform other related duties as required.