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Wellstar Health System

Physical Therapist PRN Inpatient Rehab

Wellstar Health System, Marietta, Georgia, United States, 30064

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How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? 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.

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

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

Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members

Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals

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 guidelines

General 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 confidentiality of all patient information

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

Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner

Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner

Observes infection prevention precautions

Customer Service

Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service

Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients

Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients

Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration

Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately

Professional Development

Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities

Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines

Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure

Participates in orientation and training of new employees

Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements

Performs other duties as assigned Complies 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

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

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Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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