Physical Therapist (DPT)

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Position Overview​

 

Status:             OPEN   <---APPLY  (forward completed application to TLC)

Type:                Full-Time

Location:         Columbus, GA

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About TLC

As a veteran owned company, the vision of Therapies Leading Care (TLC) endeavors to be the premier provider of physical therapy services for veterans, military families, and the local community. Our staff is committed to providing exceptional care for the unique needs of our patient populations and helping them to achieve their health and wellness goals. Clinicians of Therapies Leading Care operate on our founding principles of compassion, expertise, personalized care, and creating a welcoming environment that fosters trust and healing.

 

Through our dedication to innovation and excellence, we aim to lead the way in advancing the field of physical therapy and setting new standards for quality and effectiveness. 

 

About the Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Physical Therapist to join our outpatient clinic in Columbus, GA. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, including veterans, active duty members, injured workers, and members of the local community. As a valued team member, you'll play a key role in helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to meaningful daily activities. If you’re passionate about personalized, evidence-based care and thrive in a supportive, team-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.

 

What Success Looks Like at TLC

• Conduct Comprehensive Patient Evaluations:
  Perform thorough musculoskeletal and functional assessments to determine patient needs. Utilize diagnostic tools and evidence-based practices to establish accurate baselines and identify impairments, functional limitations, and goals tailored to each individual.

• Develop and Implement Individualized Treatment Plans:
  Design custom rehabilitation programs based on clinical findings, patient goals, and best practice guidelines. Treatments may include manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, modalities, and functional mobility training.

• Deliver High-Quality, Compassionate Care:
  Provide hands-on treatment and patient education with a focus on empowering individuals to take an active role in their recovery. Ensure every interaction reflects professionalism, empathy, and a deep commitment to patient outcomes.

• Document Thoroughly and Accurately:
  Maintain detailed and timely clinical documentation in accordance with Georgia practice standards, insurance billing requirements, and federal regulations (Medicare, VA, workers’ compensation, etc.).

• Coordinate with Referring Providers and Case Managers:
  Communicate effectively with physicians, nurse practitioners, workers’ compensation adjusters, VA liaisons, insurers and other stakeholders to ensure continuity of care and timely updates on progress.

• Promote Wellness and Injury Prevention:
  Educate patients on posture, ergonomics, and activity modifications to prevent re-injury. Lead or assist with injury prevention screenings and health promotion events in the community when applicable.

• Collaborate with a Multidisciplinary Team:
  Work closely with fellow staff to deliver seamless, team-based care. Participate in case reviews, clinical huddles, and ongoing quality improvement efforts.

• Stay Current with Clinical Best Practices:
  Participate in continuing education and leverage professional development funding to stay abreast of new techniques, technologies, and evidence-based protocols. Share learnings with the team to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

• Support a Positive Clinic Culture:
  Help maintain a welcoming, respectful, and organized environment for both patients and team members. Uphold our values of integrity, accountability, service, and community.

• Willingness to commit to Therapies Leading Care policies/procedures, professional standards of practice and ethical guidelines, and State and Federal legal regulations related to billing, legal requirements concerning patient health information privacy and security

 

Education and Experience Requirements

• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

• Active Georgia Physical Therapy License

• At least two years’ experience working in an outpatient, hospital, or skilled nursing setting as a licensed Physical Therapist

• Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for patient-centered care

• Experience using electronic medical records and billing systems

• Basic Life Support Certification (AHA or RC)

 

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement plan with employer match

• Professional development allowance

• Supportive, team-oriented environment that values collaboration and clinical excellence

• Flexible scheduling

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Interested candidates please email us a copy of your resume' and cover letter

 info@TherapiesLeadingCare.com

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*TLC is a drug free workplace.  We believe that a drug free environment is essential for the well-being, safety, and productivity of our patients, interns and employees, and is consistent with a productive healthy lifestyle.

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**At TLC, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and ensuring equal opportunity for all team members and patients.  We strive to maintain a workforce that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.  As an employer, we consider qualified applicants for employment and endeavor to treat our employees fairly, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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***This is a partial overview of the position of Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), and does not constitute the entirety of the TLC job description for this position.