Physical Therapist
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Job Description
Physical Therapist
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will play a vital part in helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions by developing personalized treatment plans and providing expert therapy services. If you are passionate about improving patients' quality of life and have a strong commitment to healthcare excellence, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients' physical conditions and develop individualized treatment plans
- Implement therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques to improve mobility and reduce pain
- Monitor and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary
- Educate patients and their families on injury prevention and home exercise programs
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations
- Stay current with advancements in physical therapy practices and participate in ongoing professional development
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Valid state licensure or certification to practice as a Physical Therapist
- Proven experience in a clinical or healthcare setting preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and documentation standards
We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth. Join our team and make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Requirements
Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program and possess a valid state licensure. Previous clinical experience is preferred, along with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 42% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
In Georgia, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (556 salary observations; 2,050 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Putnam General Hospital a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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