Physical Therapist - Home Health

Job Number

30106

Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address

417 W 3rd Ave

City, State

Albany, Georgia

Zip Code

31701

Department: PPMH PHOEBE HOME HEALTH

Shift: Days

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date

2024-12-10

Job Description Summary

Description

Join Our Team at Phoebe as a Physical Therapist – Home Health!

At Phoebe, we believe in delivering exceptional care where it matters most—right in the comfort of our patients’ homes. Our mission is to improve lives through compassion, excellence, integrity, and teamwork, and we’re looking for dedicated professionals who share these values.

Why Phoebe?

• A culture built on respect and collaboration.
• Opportunities for growth and continuing education.
• A chance to make a real difference in patients' lives every day.

Job Summary

• As a Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will:
• Plan and implement individualized treatment programs based on physical therapy principles.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for patient care.
• Supervise PTAs and other support staff, ensuring quality treatment and documentation.
• Stay current with new therapeutic interventions to enhance patient care and department excellence.

General Requirements

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.

Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i. e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).

Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.

• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.

Working Conditions

• Well-lighted, air-conditioned environment with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• Continuous audio and video recording in Tech Room and patient rooms during work hours.
• Possible exposure to hazardous substances, body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May need to switch tasks quickly without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed, including overtime.

OSHA Category

OSHA Category I - Employees will all be exposed to specific hazards as a regular part of their job.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy (Required)
• Experience: 0–1 year in a clinical or medical setting (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• Physical Therapist (PT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

General Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical Ability
• Analytical Thinking
• Grammar & Spelling
• Reading & Comprehending Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Transcription
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• General Clerical Skills

Physical Requirements

• Near normal vision: Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors.
• Manual dexterity: Good eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Ability to perform: Repetitive tasks and motions.

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)