Clinical Physical Therapist — Teaching & Impactful Care

Duke Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT services to patients with injuries and disabilities. You will develop care plans, set measurable goals, document progress, and discharge when appropriate, while collaborating with the care team and educating patients and families.

Applicants must hold a North Carolina PT license (or compact with NC license within 6 months) and have a relevant degree; experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Current Physical Therapist license in NC or a Compact license with NC within 6 months.
• NC license must be obtained within 6 months of start or before Compact expiry.
• Duke Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients with impairments and disabilities.
• Develop and update plan of care with measurable long and short-term goals and a discharge plan.
• Discharge patients when goals are met or medical necessity ends.
• Educate patients and families; participate in teaching activities for students and staff.
• Collaborate with the care team and contribute to department productivity and outcomes.

Skills

Manual handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Master's or Clinical Doctorate (DPT) preferred

Job description

Duke Health in Durham, NC seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT services to patients with injuries and disabilities. You will develop care plans, set measurable goals, document progress, and discharge when appropriate, while collaborating with the care team and educating patients and families.

Applicants must hold a North Carolina PT license (or compact with NC license within 6 months) and have a relevant degree; experience is valued.