The Physical Therapist assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs to improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and prevent or reduce deformity in patients with diseases or injuries. Services are provided throughout the care continuum with a focus on cost-effectiveness, quality, and customer satisfaction. Compliance with all relevant regulatory standards is required.

This Position Offers Opportunities Across Multiple Locations!

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment

• Collaborate with physicians to establish and evaluate treatment programs, care plans, goals, and discharge plans based on the patient’s physical therapy needs.

• Develop a care plan with input from the patient and/or family.

• Create realistic discharge plans incorporating patient and/or family goals.

Treatment Planning and Provision of Care

• Implement the physical therapy treatment plan.

• Select appropriate treatment activities to progress the patient towards their goals.

• Revise goals and care plans based on patient and family feedback.

• Provide ongoing education and training to patients and families.

• Offer discharge instructions, follow-up, and referrals to community resources as needed.

• Act as a referral source for staff, families, and physicians on rehabilitation services and equipment.

Documentation

• Document evaluations and care plans according to departmental guidelines.

• Record each treatment session per departmental protocols.

• Complete and submit family education, discharge, and other required documentation in line with facility and program guidelines.

General Requirements

• Uphold ethical business practices with integrity and honesty.

• Embrace diversity and demonstrate effective teamwork.

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

• Adhere to attendance and punctuality policies.

• Follow the departmental dress code and display an ID badge as required.

• Communicate effectively with team members, both verbally and in writing.

• Attend and participate in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.

• Manage workload efficiently to meet responsibilities in a timely manner.

• Use materials and equipment safely and cost-effectively.

• Observe infection prevention protocols.

Customer Service

• Lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation, and exceptional customer service.

• Make a positive impact on employees and patients.

• Apply AIDET principles consistently in patient interactions.

• Foster a positive environment, treating patients and team members with respect, and promoting teamwork and collaboration.

• Demonstrate and apply service recovery principles as needed.

Professional Development

• Engage in professional development and mandatory education activities.

• Complete core and annual competencies within established timelines.

• Meet all educational requirements to maintain licensure.

• Participate in the orientation and training of new employees.

• Fulfill all mandatory hospital and system requirements.

Required for All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Comply with all WellStar Health System policies, work standards, and code of conduct.

Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program.

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.

Required Minimum Licenses and Certifications

• Physical Therapist license.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• BLS Instructor certification (if required).

• BLS Provisional certification (if required).

Required Minimum Skills

• Effective communication skills.

• Customer service-focused.

• Team-oriented.

• Basic computer skills.