Physical Therapist

Mission Health; Spruce Pine (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Job summary

Mission Health is looking for a Physical Therapist in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, who will evaluate patients and develop personalized treatment plans. This role involves delivering evidence-based interventions, monitoring patient progress, and educating patients on safe practices to promote independence.

The ideal candidate will need a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and a current North Carolina license. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a sign-on bonus up to $5,000.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina license to practice Physical Therapy.
• BLS Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Clinical affiliations with various acute care procedures are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient abilities and developing treatment plans.
• Delivering evidence-based interventions to restore movement.
• Monitoring progress and refining therapy plans.
• Educating patients and families on exercises and safety.
• Collaborating across disciplines for patient-centered care.
• Mentoring therapy assistants while upholding values.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Evidence-Based Interventions

Patient Education

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position is eligible for up to a $5,000 sign on bonus for qualified applicants.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Location: Spruce Pine, North Carolina.

Job Summary

Evaluates patients, develops care plan to treat patients, uses procedures and techniques to change condition/function consistent with the rehabilitation diagnosis and prognosis, supervises and coordinates therapeutic care and communicates evaluation results to patients, families and appropriate staff. Teaches and mentors other staff and participates in the management of resources for patient care and organizational improvement. May provide services off‑site within the scope of the job description as needed by the department.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient abilities and developing personalized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team
• Delivering evidence-based interventions that restore movement, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life
• Monitoring progress, refining therapy plans, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation of outcomes
• Educating patients and families on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safe practices that promote independence
• Collaborating across disciplines to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care and smooth transitions throughout recovery
• Leading by example—mentoring therapy assistants or students while upholding HCA Healthcare’s values of excellence, compassion, and integrity

Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy
• Preferred Education: None
• Required License: Current North Carolina license to practice Physical Therapy. BLS Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred License: None
• Required Experience: None required – new graduate eligible
• Preferred Experience: Clinical affiliations having a wide variety of acute care procedures, especially orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary and care of burns/open wounds are helpful.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.