Acute Physical Therapist-HMC PRN

Hamilton Medical Center

Dalton, Georgia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Diversity, Documentation, Healthcare, Hospital, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Time Management, Treatment Evaluation
LOCATION
Dalton, Georgia
POSTED
30+ days ago

About Us

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee’s leading healthcare system, we are committed not only to the health of our communities, but also to the growth, support, and success of our team members.

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With over 80 points of access across the region, including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team changing lives every day.

Our core values, Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE), guide everything we do. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating differences, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.


Excellence. Every person. Every time.

Title:  Physical Therapist   554376404

Department:  Rehabilitation Care – Inpatient/Acute Care

Reports To:  Lead Physical Therapist

JOB SUMMARY

Physical therapist are movement experts who are responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, and all necessary documentation of all assigned patients of all age populations within the hospital setting whom have medical problems or injury that limit ability to move or function in daily life.  Physical therapist is responsible for interdisciplinary communication including discharge recommendations, patient/family/caregiver education, and appropriate delegation of patient cases to licensed Physical therapy assistant (PTA) with appropriate follow-up.  Provides oversight of Rehab Care Aides in inpatient setting.  Other tasks as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Graduate of an accredited college of Physical Therapy.

Licensure:  Registered PT license, or eligible for license, in State of Georgia.

Experience:  May be new graduate.

Skills:  BLS CPR.  Good communication and time management skills.  Basic computer skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Works inside a typical physical therapy treatment setting as well as on patient floors.  May be required to work a flexible schedule.  Exposure to hazardous chemicals and equipment found in a typical therapy setting.  May work in outpatient department, inpatient department, or other community events.  Rotates weekend / holiday coverage for Department.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT

Required to display characteristics consistent with registration requirements and ethical practice in Physical Therapy.  Substantial amount of walking required.  Frequent lifting, bending and reaching required.  Moderate amount of stress.

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Hamilton Medical Center