Physical Therapist - Workers Compensation Coordinator

Team Rehabilitation

  • Atlanta, GA
  • $78,000-90,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Overview:Team Rehab is a network of therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy clinics in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Georgia.Our mission is to provide the best outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. We want our patients to enjoy therapy and experience clear improvements in their health. Our clinics receive the highest levels of patient satisfaction and our patients receive the best objectively measurable outcomes. Our strategy, based on excellent quality and patient satisfaction, is gaining momentum. Since opening our first clinic in 2001, we have grown across Michigan and into Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Georgia. We continue to open additional clinics in order to make physical, occupational and speech therapy even more accessible to our patients, their friends and their families.Team Rehab believes that employing the best people will provide the best therapy and service to our patients. Because of this, Team Rehab offers:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Benefits for Both Full and Part Time Employees!
  • FREE Medical Plan!
  • Monthly Bonuses
  • 401(k) Match
  • Reimbursement for training and/or student loans!
  • Generous PTO
  • Profit Sharing
  • Optional AI Program to Assist in Documentation!
  • Mentorship & Support!
The Common Standards all Team Rehabilitation Employees are held to include:
  • Never say anything disrespectful about any group, whether they are formally protected by law or not.
  • Never use language that another member of staff or patient finds offensive.
  • No pictures, signs or the like that a patient or another member of staff finds offensive.
  • No discrimination in hiring, training or promotion based on race, religion, national origins, weight, family status, sexual orientation, etc. None. Never. Ever.
$78000 - $90000 / year Responsibilities:Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Physical Therapist Workers’ Compensation (WC) Coordinator to join our Team. This role combines direct patient care with coordination and case management responsibilities, focusing on patients with work-related injuries. The WC Coordinator will serve as the central point of contact between patients, providers, case managers, employers, and insurance representatives to ensure efficient, effective, and high-quality rehabilitation services.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical CareProvide skilled physical therapy evaluation and treatment for patients with work-related injuries.Develop individualized care plans that emphasize safe return-to-work, functional restoration, and injury prevention.Document all care in compliance with clinical, legal, and workers’ compensation requirements.Coordination & Case ManagementAct as liaison between patients, physicians, case managers, employers, and insurance carriers.Ensure timely communication of patient progress, restrictions, and discharge planning.Coordinate scheduling of therapy, functional capacity evaluations (FCEs), work conditioning/work hardening programs, and follow-up appointments.Monitor case timelines and ensure adherence to treatment authorizations.Administrative & ComplianceTrack and manage workers’ compensation cases, including authorizations, progress reports, and outcome measures.Maintain accurate documentation to support medical necessity, billing, and compliance with state/federal WC guidelines.Assist with reporting outcomes and providing data for employer and insurer partners.Education & AdvocacyEducate patients on injury prevention, ergonomics, and safe work practices.Support employers with return-to-work programs and modified duty recommendations.Collaborate with internal staff to improve processes for WC case management and patient experience. Qualifications:
  • Doctorate or Masters in Physical Therapy
  • Valid Physical Therapy License
Prior experience with workers’ compensation cases strongly preferred.Excellent communication and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple cases and stakeholders efficiently.Knowledge of WC regulations, documentation requirements, and insurance processes a plus. * Must be committed to Team’s initiative of making DEI a priority - bringing a sense of belonging and empowerment within a diverse workforce#CB

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