Physical Therapist

About The Client:

Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Our client is a 137-bed acute care hospital with over 100 physicians and more than 500 employees. The hospital offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, general surgery, obstetrics, gynecology, emergency medicine, gastroenterology, hospitalist services, nephrology, hematology, urology, podiatry, pulmonary medicine, and wound care.

Location:

From sprawling public art, to a robust music scene, to nature so big and beautiful, Sanford has the small-town feel while still offering something for everyone. Our downtown is a hub of excitement and activity offering delights to satisfy the foodies, art lovers, history enthusiasts, and more.

Benefits:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Discounts with local vendors

· Opportunities for education and training through partnership with the client's network of facilities.

· And much more

Position Summary:

Our client in Sanford, NC. is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist to work the Day Shift in the Clinic. The Full-Time PT will:

· Be responsible for outpatient and inpatient evaluations, assessments, plans of care and ongoing physical therapy treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician.

· Administer treatment plan of care in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.

· Document, in a timely manner, all patient related information and ensure that patients are charged correctly per departmental and insurance carrier guidelines.

· Participate in departmental operational activities such as the budget, clinical quality, clinical education, infection control, departmental safety and team building programs.

Essential Functions:

· Performs all physical therapy duties in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

· Implements all aspects of patient care in a way that optimizes patient safety and minimizes risk of medical error.

· Demonstrates knowledge and competence in physical therapy modalities.

· Treats all patients and customers with respect and dignity.

· Provides physical therapy assessments on all indicated patients per policy. Includes geriatric, adult, adolescent and pediatric patient populations.

· Evaluates all physical therapy interventions performed for quality, safety and effect.

· Modifies and progresses plans of care to maximize recovery.

· Provides physical therapy recommendations to physicians as needed.

· Assesses patient pain and its role in interference with maximal function and potential.

· Coordinates patient care to ensure patient’s needs are met and hospital and departmental policies are followed.

· Formulates correct documentation in the medical record for treatment rendered the effects, justification for ongoing treatment and the resulting charges.

· Shares knowledge and advice with co-workers, colleagues and students.

· Learn and apply new information on methods of treatment, equipment, pathologies, etc. on an on-going basis.

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree is required

· Master's degree is preferred

· Doctoral degree is preferred

License:

· North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Licensure is required.

Certifications:

· American Heart Association BLS is required within 30 days of hire.

Sanford, NC, United States

$ 75,000.00 - 85,000.00 (US Dollar)

Benefits:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Discounts with local vendors

· Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

· And much more