Physical Therapist - Columbus Ga

Job Title:Physical Therapist

Location: Columbus, GA 31904

Salary: $64,000.00 - $94,000.00 (depending on experience)

Signing Bonus: Yes, Reallocation Package: None

Benefits: Dental Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Paid Time Off, Other

Visa Support: No visa sponsorships supported

Must-Haves

1. Bachelor's degree required
2. License in the state of Georgia
3. Basic Life Support

Job Description

At The Company, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our employees deserve a safe working environment, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of The Company - the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.

Organizes and conducts a medically prescribed physical therapy program designed to aid patients in reaching their maximum functional ability. Possesses appropriate education, experience, and training to assure competency as delineated in the "Age Specific Competence Assessment". As do all therapists, serve as supervisors to clinical support staff whose skill and knowledge to evaluate the performance of staff members against criteria stated in the job description. Evaluates, plans, and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients.

Establishes a plan of care that is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.

Plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.

Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.

Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.

Administers treatment involving the application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.

Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.

Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.

Operates transportation devices, tilt tables, and physical therapy modalities and equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree-Required

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Licenses:

Current state license to practice physical therapy

Licensure by the state of Georgia by the Physical Therapy Board

Interview Steps

1. Send interested candidates resume to jarrell.king@sfhga.com
2. Jarrell will send resume to director to review
3. Director will call candidate and set up interview