Position Summary:
Under the leadership of the departmental Director and/or Manager, the Physical Therapist (PT) works as part of the home care interdisciplinary team to perform evaluations, treatments, and documentation requirements in accordance with professional standards.
Basic Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy.
Up to one year of work-related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a hospital and/or skilled nursing facility setting preferred.
Requires a current state license as a Physical Therapist.
Requires a current certification in Basic Life Support.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Develops and administers physical therapy programs and treatments for patients. May cover additional settings at the discretion of the Director.
Performs initial and discharge evaluations, sets goals and treatment plan and documents appropriately.
Develops treatment plan and performs optimal treatment in a timely manner to meet functional goals.
Communicates with other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans.
Records daily treatment notes and other required documentation timely and completely.
Meeting production requirements for physical therapy rendered as defined by the organization.
Complies with the Georgia State Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Assumes responsibility for safety, infection control and performance improvement as part of CRHS’s efforts to provide quality care and services. Performs all associated duties, responsibilities, and tasks.
Presents a professional image to CRHS’s co-workers, clinical and medical staff members, patients, families, and visitors.
Attends professional development programs and in-service training and meets the minimum requirement for continuing professional education.