Physical Therapist ICU

Company: Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Overview

When you join Piedmont, you're not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch — especially yours. We're committed to bringing award‑winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we're doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time. Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you're supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you'll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 5 days/week, 8 am‑4:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy specialized care services for patients admitted in the ICU, assisting them to reach the highest level of physical independence.
• Patient population includes, but is not limited to, LVAD, IABP, ECMO, and Heart Transplant patients.
• Conducts physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease or injury.
• Specializes in care for complex patient types through advanced training and education.
• Responsible for the care of patients treated by residents, therapist assistants, technicians, students, and observers.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a BS, MS, or DPT.
• Work Experience: No experience required; successful completion of the ICU orientation within 1 year of hire; required experience with research and analysis of data; preferred completion of a physical therapist residency; preferred 2 years of previous healthcare experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Licenses and Certifications: Current licensure in the State of Georgia; Current Georgia Physical Therapist License (required); maintain current CEUs as required by the State; BCLS – Basic Life Support through AHA (required); APTA – Physical Therapy specialty certification (preferred).