Outpatient Neuro Physical Therapist at Northside Gwinnett in Lawrenceville

Responsibilities

• Appropriately assesses and examines patients with varying diagnoses according to PT scope of practice.
• Treats patient within the PT scope of practice.
• Teaches patients how to use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assistive apparati.
• Provides education to patients, caregivers and associates regarding PT interventions, safety, community resources and outcomes.
• Recommends appropriate adaptive equipment for ambulation and functional mobility.
• Captures and documents patient progress in accordance with regulatory, legal, and reimbursement guidelines.
• Maintains gym area and equipment.
• Communicates and collaborates with all customers and interdisciplinary team members.
• Serves on performance improvement teams.
• Participates in community services.
• Serves as a supervisor to physical therapy assistants.
• Accepts responsibility for own growth and development through inservices, required programs and continuing education.
• Complies with all established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains CPR certification.
• Completes all assignments and tasks in a timely and cost efficient manner.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
• Responsible individual with a solid work ethic.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency.