Clinical Physical Therapist: Patient-Centered Rehab

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC seeks a Physical Therapist to provide care for patients with injuries and disabilities, following state guidelines and department protocols. You will develop and update plans of care, establish measurable goals, and coordinate discharge planning with patients and families.

The role includes teaching activities for students, participating in department education, and collaborating with supervisors and peers to maintain productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy; Master's/Clinical Doctorate preferred.
• Current PT license in NC or eligibility with license within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients with impairments and functional limitations.
• Develop and update plan of care with measurable goals and defined discharge plan.
• Demonstrate clinical reasoning and collaborate with patients, families and team.
• Educate patients and families; participate in teaching activities for students.
• Assist in data collection for research and support departmental objectives.

Skills

Patient handling

Clinical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's or Clinical Doctorate in PT preferred

Job description

Duke Health in Durham, NC seeks a Physical Therapist to provide care for patients with injuries and disabilities, following state guidelines and department protocols. You will develop and update plans of care, establish measurable goals, and coordinate discharge planning with patients and families.

The role includes teaching activities for students, participating in department education, and collaborating with supervisors and peers to maintain productivity.