Physical Therapist - Caswell Developmental Center

Health & Human Services; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Caswell Developmental Center, is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide assessments and treatments for an assigned caseload, using an interdisciplinary team approach.

Responsibilities include supervising PT assistants, evaluating seating systems, collaborating with Occupational Therapists, and documenting progress as per licensure and center policies.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in NC.
• Experience with interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to supervise PT Assistants/Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat caseload per policies, including screenings, evaluations, and plans.
• Supervise PT Assistants/Technicians and delegate therapy techniques.
• Collaborate with OTs on seating systems, equipment and falls prevention.
• Attend orthopedic/PMR appointments and relay recommendations.

Skills

Physical therapy principles

Collaborative teamwork

Documentation of PT services

Flexible routine

Communication with staff

Education

Licensed as a Physical Therapist in NC

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Caswell Developmental Center Job Classification Title Physical Therapist (NS) Position Number Grade MH18

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Physical Therapist will provide assessments and treatments per departmental and center policies/procedures for assigned caseload to include screenings, evaluations, consultations, planning and implementing Physical Therapy treatments and programs utilizing an interdisciplinary team process, or when a medical event has occurred requiring acute skills Physical Therapy services. The Physical Therapist will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants/Technicians to assist with service delivery to include delegating and teaching therapeutic techniques, monitoring treatment plans per licensure guidelines, provision of co-treatments with other disciplines, and changing goals/plans as evaluation indicates. The Physical Therapist will also assess in conjunction with Occupational Therapists seating systems, therapeutic equipment and supports to promote mobility, optimal functioning, and safety and falls prevention, and complete comprehensive evaluations/assessments based on person center planning, initial Physical Therapy plans (Objective Plans, Baselines, and Data Sheets), progress notes and discharge notes as specified by departmental/center policies and procedures and current licensure requirements. The Physical Therapist will also attend Orthopedic/Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) appointments, orthotic and prosthetic clinic to present orthopedic/PMR problems of assigned residents to consultant as needed and follow-up on recommendations as specified by department/center policies/procedures.

SALARY RANGE: $69,027.00 - $113,620.00

Preferred Skills

• Considerable knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, methods, modality and their proper application.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team process.
• Ability to effectively document PT service delivery components/tasks.
• Ability to work in a flexible day to day routine.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of professional and home staff regarding PT services.

This Position Is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statue Chapter 126 with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. State Human Resources Act (GS 126) This Position Is Designated as Mandatory and Must Report or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date)
• The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

About Caswell Developmental Center

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of North Carolina.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.