Provides physical therapy specialized care services for patients admitted in the ICU assisting them to reach highest level of physical independence. Patient population including but not limited to: LVAD, IABP, ECMO, and Heart Transplant. Conducts physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease or injury. Specialized in care for complex patient types, through advanced training and education. Responsible for the care of patients treated by residents, therapist assistants, technicians, students, and observers.

 

Required Hours: Monday thru Friday 8am-4:30pm

Provides physical therapy specialized care services for patients admitted in the ICU assisting them to reach highest level of physical independence. Patient population including but not limited to: LVAD, IABP, ECMO, and Heart Transplant. Conducts physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease or injury. Specialized in care for complex patient types, through advanced training and education. Responsible for the care of patients treated by residents, therapist assistants, technicians, students, and observers.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a BS, MS, or DPT Required

Work Experience

• No experience required
• Successful completion of the ICU orientation within 1 year of hire Required
• Experience with research and analysis of data Preferred
• Completion of a physical therapist residency Preferred or
• 2 years of previous healthcare experience as a Physical therapist Preferred or

Licenses and Certifications

• APTA - Physical Therapy specialty certification Preferred
• Current licensure in the State of Georgia in applicable field of study Required
• Current Georgia Physical Therapist License Required
• Maintain current CEU’s as by the State Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support through AHA Required

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital