What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Phoebe Putney Health System?
Physical Therapist Home Health
- 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.
- OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.
- 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%)
