About this opportunity
Vitruvian Health lists this Physical Therapist opportunity in dalton, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Who We Are
At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well-being of every team member.
Our Legacy
Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region-including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center-you'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team making a difference every day.
Our Values
Our core values-Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE) -guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.
Your Career With Us
Join us and build a meaningful career where you're valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.
Excellence. Every person. Every time.
Responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning, and treatment implementation of homebound patients. Provides physical therapy to patients of whom the majority are geriatric patients and are receiving services from Hamilton Medical Center Home Health in their home. The assignment of a Physical Therapist to a particular case must be made in accordance with a written plan of treatment established by a physician.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduate of an accredited college of physical therapy.
Licensure : Current Georgia licenses as a Registered Physical Therapist. Responsible for acquiring appropriate CEU's as required by Georgia State Licensing Board for biennial renewal. Must have a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage in accordance with Hamilton Health Care System Driver Requirements policy.
Experience: 1 year in clinical care setting or public health.
Skills: CPR techniques and license. Knowledge of the professional Physical Therapy theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of regulations. Skills in documenting clear/concise goals with objective measures and time frames. Skills in documenting client treatments with specific exercises, types of transfers, ROM, etc., all meeting state documentation requirements. Ability to document the patient's treatment including type of exercises and number of repetitions so that another PT/PTA can duplicate client's treatment for continuance of care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly in an emergency situation. Ability to adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to work independently in patients' homes with direct supervision. Ability to drive self to various locations on a daily basis. Ability to supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and perform supervisory visits according to current professional standards and laws.
Full-Time Benefits
403(b) Matching (Retirement)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee wellness program
Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
ICHRA for health insurance
Paid Annual Leave (Time off)
Vision insurance
Worksite address
dalton, GA, 30722, US
Who can apply
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