Physiatrist Physician (Physician )

Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist (Douglasville) page is loaded## Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist (Douglasville)locations: Wellstar Douglasville Medical Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR-67019**Work Shift**## **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.## **Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:**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:*** Bachelors Physical Therapy or Masters Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy## **Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):**All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.* PT - Physical Therapist* BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - 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.### Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life - and our team members are the foundation of that care. **Mission, Vision & Values**At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.**To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. **OUR VISION:** Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. **OUR VALUES:**We serve with compassionWe pursue excellenceWe honor every voice**Culture of Excellence**Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality.Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.

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