Physical Therapist- Home Health

As a Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will:

• Plan and implement individualized treatment programs based on physical therapy principles.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for patient care.
• Supervise PTAs and other support staff, ensuring quality treatment and documentation.
• Stay current with new therapeutic interventions to enhance patient care and department excellence.

General Requirements:

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company. 

Working Conditions:

• Well-lighted, air-conditioned environment with moderate noise levels.

• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

• Continuous audio and video recording in Tech Room and patient rooms during work hours.

• Possible exposure to hazardous substances, body fluids, or infectious organisms.

• May need to switch tasks quickly without loss of efficiency or composure.

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

• May be scheduled as needed, including overtime.

OSHA Category:

• OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.

Qualifications:

General Skills:

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical Ability
• Analytical Thinking
• Grammar & Spelling
• Reading & Comprehending Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Transcription
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• General Clerical Skills

Physical Requirements:

Physical Demands:

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)