Job Category:

Allied Health

Work Shift/Schedule:

8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary

Provides physical therapy treatments as designed by the supervising physical therapist. Provides ongoing care independently, consulting with the Physical Therapist regarding changes in treatment and discharge. Provides care/service that meets the developmental needs of patients across the life span as appropriate to the patient population and as indicated on the skills checklist. This position will care for patients in the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.
 

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Current license holder of the Georgia Board of Physical Therapy.

• Educational Requirements: Associates Degree. Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy, Assistant.

• Minimum Experience: One (1) year of experience as Physical Therapy Assistant. New graduates from approved school for Physical Therapy Assistants will be considered.

• Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

• Preferred Educational Requirements:

• Preferred Experience:

• Other:

NGHS Core Competencies

• Being Vulnerable: Admits mistakes and shortcomings; Shares thoughts and feelings openly; Is transparent without hidden agendas; Seen as authentic and genuine; Open and non-defensive to feedback

• Communicating Effectively: Shares information fully and offers knowledge and experience; Conveys ideas in a manner that engages others; Takes unpopular positions if necessary; Engages in unfiltered dialogue; Relates to others in a respectful manner, regardless of level, personality and background

• Being Accountable: Demonstrates tenacity and perseverance; Takes initiative; Engages resources to overcome obstacles; Has the courage to do the right thing even when difficult; Acts with integrity in accordance with our Core Values

• Displaying Empathy: Shares in the joys and pains of others; Is available and offers to help others; Shows concern for the challenges of others; Has a positive and kind demeanor; Takes a non-judgmental approach with others

• Holding Others Accountable: Provides current actionable feedback, both corrective and reinforcing; Doesn’t allow problems to fester; Takes action when necessary, even if unpleasant; Uses every opportunity to give reinforcing feedback to others; Helps others see their blind spots

• Listening: Practices attentive and active listening; Listens for the unsaid; Asks questions to confirm understanding; Hears people out without interrupting; Is open to viewpoints of others

• Managing Disagreement: Acknowledges differing viewpoints and sees it as an opportunity to learn; Doesn’t run away from conflict; Strives for win/win solutions; Hammers out tough agreements; Finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all

• Promoting Teamwork: Values the contributions of all; Connects others’ roles to organizational and team success; Encourages and supports; Cuts across boundaries to get things done; Puts own needs aside for good of the team and the organization

• Striving for Continuous Improvement: Experiments regularly with new ideas and approaches; Willing to fail; Learns from mistakes; Always seeks to be better tomorrow than today; Adapts to change

Organization Expectations

• Quest: Demonstrates/utilizes Quest tools in department.

• Talent Development:  Coaches and develops staff.

• Safety:  Promotes patient, visitor and staff safety and effectively manages hazards that lead to injury or harm.

• Productivity:  Meets productivity expectations.

• Regulatory Compliance:  Ensures department’s compliance with all regulatory, DNV, mandatory education, and similar requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI)

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