Physical Therapist Outpatient - Hiram
Wellstar Health Systems

Facility: Paulding Hospital

Job Summary:

The physical therapist evaluates, plans, and implements rehab programs to enhance mobility, alleviate pain, boost strength, and prevent or correct deformities. Services are delivered cost-effectively, with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, while adhering to all regulatory standards.

This Position Offers Opportunities Across Multiple Locations!

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Patient Assessment:

• Collaborate with physicians to develop, evaluate, and update treatment programs, care plans, goals, and discharge plans based on the patient's physical therapy needs.
  
• Create and adjust care plans with input from the patient and/or family.
  
• Develop realistic discharge plans incorporating patient and family goals.
  

Treatment Planning and Provision of Care:

• Implement and adjust physical therapy treatment plans.
  
• Select appropriate activities to help patients achieve their goals.
  
• Revise goals and plans with input from patients and families.
  
• Provide ongoing education and training to patients and families.
  
• Give discharge instructions and referrals to community resources as needed.
  
• Serve as a resource for staff, families, and physicians regarding rehabilitation services and equipment.
  

Documentation:

• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and each session according to departmental guidelines.
  
• Complete and submit all required documentation, including family education and discharge information.
  

General Requirements:

• Uphold ethical standards and demonstrate integrity and honesty.
  
• Embrace diversity and collaborate effectively.
  
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
  
• Adhere to attendance, punctuality, and dress code policies, including wearing an ID badge.
  
• Communicate clearly and effectively with all team members.
  
• Attend staff meetings, in-services, and other required activities.
  
• Organize workload to meet responsibilities timely and safely.
  
• Use materials and equipment safely and cost-effectively.
  
• Follow infection prevention protocols.
  

Customer Service:

• Lead with vision, technology, innovation, and excellent customer service.
  
• Make a positive impact on employees and patients.
  
• Apply AIDET principles consistently.
  
• Foster a positive environment and teamwork, treating everyone with respect.
  
• Implement service recovery principles as needed.
  

Professional Development:

• Engage in professional development and mandatory education.
  
• Complete core and annual competencies on time.
  
• Meet all educational requirements to maintain licensure.
  
• Participate in the orientation and training of new employees.
  
• Fulfill all mandatory hospital and system requirements.
  

Required Minimum Education:

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program Required and
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Required or
  
• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy Required or
  
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy Required
  

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

• Physical Therapist 1.00 Required
  
• Basic Life Support 2.00 Required
  

Required Minimum Skills:

Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.

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