Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Description

Georgetown Community Hospital

PRN | As Needed |

Who We Are :

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Georgetown Community Hospital is an acute care hospital with 75-beds offering a broad range of inpatient, outpatient, intensive care, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services. From our bariatrics to women's services to radiology, we have a wide range of services serve our community.

Where We Are :

Georgetown is a small town bursting with charm in the midst of Kentucky Horse Country and is the true birthplace of bourbon. We are proud to be Kentucky's fastest growing city and home to a diverse list of adventures for all including petting a thoroughbred champion, feeling the thunder of a new engine roar to life, and strolling along a bustling Victorian-era downtown with architectural charm and locally-owned shops, restaurants, craft breweries and a bourbon distillery.

Why Choose Us :

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance for qualified applicants
• Options for accident, critical illness, long-term, short-term, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• Free Parking
• And much more...

Position Summary :

Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.

Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.

Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.

Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.

Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.

Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.

Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.

Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor's Degree Required

Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Required

Licenses : Physical Therapist License in state of Kentucky

Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire

EEOC Statement :

Georgetown Community Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.