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Overview

Where you matter as much as the work you** **do

Join **Emory Healthcare (EHC)** ifyou’relooking for an opportunity withone of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology,and more! **EHC** is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control andPrevention, GeorgiaInstitute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Description

+ Performs therapy procedures and care plans, in accordance with accepted standards, under the direction of a licensed therapist. Supervises support staff.

+ Performs administrative duties in support of patient care and departmental functions.

+ Assists with activities which support department operations including maintenance of an established inventory of supplies; ensures the proper use and maintenance of equipment; and maintains a work area which is free of debris and clutter.

+ Plans individual treatment schedules to provide optimal use of staff and equipment for the provision of high quality patient services.

+ Performs treatments in keeping with the patient's individualized plan of care.

+ Monitors patient's response to therapy or treatment; recognizes regression or progression and reports pertinent information to the appropriate staff.

+ Instructs and trains patient and family regarding pertinent aspects of the patient's care.

+ Participates with other members of the patient care team to plan for the continued care, support and follow-up of the patient after discharge.

+ Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.

+ Attends educational in-services as appropriate.

+ Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.

+ Follows established protocols for documentation specific to the program/ setting.

+ Accurately records daily charges for services rendered.

+ Observes organizational and universal standards for infection control in carrying out daily responsibilities, including proper cleaning and sterilization of surfaces, equipment and instruments.

+ Conducts in-service programs, provides other staff with training and serves as a clinical instructor to students.

+ Responds to requests for professional information or advice and refers complex matters to the appropriate staff.

+ Attends team conferences when appropriate; works cooperatively with other team members to maintain consistency in the provision of high quality, result oriented service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Graduation from a Physical Therapy Assistant School or Physical Therapy school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

+ Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Georgia.

+ One year of experience as a Physical Therapist.

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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**Division** _Select Rehab JV_

**Campus Location** _Dacula, GA, 30019_

**Campus Location** _US-GA-Dacula_

**Department** _RJV Dacula_

**Job Type** _PRN / Registry_

**Job Number** _151366_

**Job Category** _Therapy_

**Schedule** _Other_

**Standard Hours** _4 Hours_

**Hourly Minimum** _USD $0.00/Hr._

**Hourly Midpoint** _USD $0.00/Hr._

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.