Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Summit Spine and Joint Centers (SSJC) is on track to become the largest comprehensive spine and joint care provider in the nation while providing clinical, surgical and imaging services to our patients. We are seeking a part-time Physical Therapist who loves to transform lives through exceptional patient care!

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists.
• Reviews patients functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.
• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.
• Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients functional goals.
• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Practices SSJC policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.
• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Keeps up to date on professional literature. Provides direction and leadership to staff and acts as a resource to promote physical therapy in the community.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from physical therapy school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Georgia.
• Three+ years of experience as a physical therapist.
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Prior experience with eClinicalWorks preferred