Physical Therapist / PRN / Outpatient

PRN rate $60.50 hourly plus shift differential. Outpatient experience preferred.

About the role

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC), one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology, heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more. Work in an environment where teamwork, learning, growth, and innovation are fostered among passionate professionals. Contribute to improving quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive evaluations, treatments, and education to patients and families consistent with individualized needs within an interdisciplinary environment.
• Maintains an established inventory of supplies; ensures proper use and maintenance of equipment; keeps work area free of debris and clutter.
• Communicates regularly with members of the patient care team, the patient, family members, and others involved in the patient’s care.
• Assesses the patient and identifies problems; instructs and trains patients and families on pertinent aspects of care.
• Plans, develops, and implements a result-oriented treatment plan with clear, measurable goals responsive to the patient’s individualized needs.
• Modifies the treatment plan according to the patient’s responses.
• Plans treatment schedules to ensure optimal use of staff and equipment for high-quality patient services.
• Provides direct patient care; performs specialized treatments according to the patient’s individualized plan of care.
• Follows established protocols to document specifics related to the patient program/setting.
• Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.
• Practices organizational and universal standards for sterile technique and infection control, including proper cleaning and sterilization of work surfaces, equipment, and instruments.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from a Physical Therapy school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Georgia.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.

Physical Requirements

• Medium-Heavy work: 36-75 lbs occasionally (0-33% of the workday), 20-35 lbs frequently (34-66% of the workday), 10-20 lbs constantly (67-100% of the workday).
• Lifting up to 75 lbs maximum; carrying objects up to 35 lbs.
• Occasional to frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting.
• Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing).
• Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Environmental Factors

• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, and communicable diseases.
• Risk of electrical shock, patient care/handling injuries, and radiation exposure.
• Varied floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, and latex exposure.
• May require use of personal protective equipment, including respirators.
• Shift work and potential travel may be required.
• Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.

Pay

$60.50 hourly plus shift differential.