Physical Therapist - Medical
Company: Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.
Location: Griffin
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence
and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet
powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we
serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's
possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to
making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's
lives. Work Shift The physical therapist assesses, plans, organizes
and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility,
relieve pain, increase strength and decrease or prevent deformity
of patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided
across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality
focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all
applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role. In
collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment
and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals
and discharge plans for the patients as related to the physical
therapy needs of the patient. Treatment Planning and Provision of
Care Implements the physical therapy treatment plan Selects
appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input Provides
ongoing patient/family education and training Provides discharge
instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as
appropriate Acts as a referral source for staff, families,
physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation
services. Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to
departmental guidelines Documents each treatment session according
to departmental protocols Completes and submits family education,
discharge and other required documentation within facility and
program guidelines General requirements Embraces diversity and
demonstrates the ability to work together. Maintains
attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and
procedure. Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including
wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately. Communicates
information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team
members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in
services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as
requested. Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and
cost-effective manner. Observes infection prevention precautions
Customer Service Strives to help lead the industry through vision,
technology, innovation and customer service. Participates in
orientation and training of new employees. Completes all mandatory
hospital and/or system mandatory requirements Graduate from an
accredited physical therapy program , Masters or Doctoral degree in
Physical Therapy Physical Therapist in the state of Georgia
Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team
oriented, and basic computer skills. Connect with the most
integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives
you more.
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