Acute Care Physical Therapist

Immediate need for a talented Acute Care Physical Therapist. This is a 06 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Hiram, GA  (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-88270

Pay Range: $33 - $55/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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. 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

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

• Key Skills; ACLS,  Physical Therapist
• Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.
• Bachelors Physical Therapy or Masters Physical Therapy or Doctorate Physical Therapy
• All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
• Physical Therapist
• AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

Our client is a leading Healthcare Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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