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Physical Therapist, Full-Time at Sodexo at Erlanger Health System

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy, Patient Care, Treatment Planning, Patient Education, Team Collaboration, Clinical Instruction, Quality Improvement, BLS Certification, Ankle Replacement, Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Documentation, Ethics, Continuing Education, Community Education

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: A licensed physical therapist employed by Erlanger Health System, is responsible for direct and indirect care in the rehabilitation of the patient. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in physical therapy Preferred: Experience: Required: Knowledge of general physical therapy principles and practical skills Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Physical Therapist Tennessee licensure. BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward Completion of 8 hours of education specific to Total Ankle, Hip and Knee Replacement (if assigned to that unit) Completion of 4 of these hours as Erlanger Online Education upon hire (EOLs and other training will be assigned by Department Leadership and /or Educator). Preferred: Department Position Summary: Provides physical therapy evaluations. Develops an individual plan of treatment for each patient. Provides age-appropriate treatment. Participates in team meetings and discharge planning. Educates patients and their families in the patient's treatment program. Directs Physical Therapist Assistants and Patient Care Technicians in patient treatments. Maintains accurate written reports. Participates in the on-call rotation for weekends and holidays. Maintains standards as set down by the American Physical Therapy Association regarding treatment procedures and professional ethics. Participates in continuing education programs. Participates in community education. Acts as clinical instructor for PT and PTA students. Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement efforts of the department and the Medical Center.

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Responsibilities

The physical therapist provides evaluations and develops individual treatment plans for patients. They also educate patients and families, direct support staff, and maintain accurate documentation.