Physical Therapist
Company: Phoebe Putney Health System
Location: Albany
Posted on: October 25, 2024
Job Description:
Description
JOB SUMMARY
- Plan and implement specific treatment programs for individual
patients according to the principles and practices of physical
therapy. Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team for best
outcomes with patient care. Supervise PTAs with treatment of
patients and documentation for the best outcomes. Supervise
specialists, aides, students and volunteers in the clinic. Keeps
abreast of new lines of therapeutic interventions to enhance the
department and patient care.
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
- General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned
area, with moderate noise levels.
- May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
- May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids,
or infectious organisms.
- May be required to change from one task to another of different
nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may
occur.
- May be scheduled as needed including overtime.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (Required)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 0 - 1 year clinical, medical setting (Preferred)
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
- Required Certifications/Licensures: Basic Life Support (BLS),
Physical Therapist (PT).
GENERAL SKILLS
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Relations
- Mathematical
- Analytical
- Grammar/Spelling,Read/Comprehend Written Instructions
- Follow Verbal Instructions
- Transcription
- Basic Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- General Clerical Skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and
far), ability to distinguish colors
- Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot
coordination
- Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion
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%)
Keywords: Phoebe Putney Health System, Albany , Physical Therapist, Healthcare , Albany, Georgia
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