Physical Therapy - Physical Therapist

A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful : to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Job Summary : The physical therapist assesses, plans, organizes and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and decrease or prevent deformity of patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role. Treatment Planning and Provision of Care

• Implements the physical therapy treatment plan
• Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
• Revises goals / plan of care with patient / family input
• Provides ongoing patient / family education and training
• Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate
• Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.Patient Assessment
• In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to the physical therapy needs of the patient.
• Documentation
• Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines
• Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols
• Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelinesGeneral requirements
• Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
• Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
• Maintains attendance / punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
• Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately.
• Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
• Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
• Observes infection prevention precautionsCustomer Service
• Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
• Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
• Completes all mandatory hospital and / or system mandatory requirementsPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education :
• Doctorate Physical Therapy or Masters Physical Therapy or Bachelors Physical Therapy Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) : All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
• Physical Therapist
• Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s) : Required Minimum Experience : Required Minimum Skills : Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Get It to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs. See Wellstar Health System, Inc. Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at