Physical Therapist: Elevate Patient Outcomes & Clinical Practice

Advocate Health; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Lexington, NC seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered care in a hospital-based setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and document rehab interventions, ensuring safety and effectiveness for diverse patient populations. Collaboration with physicians and staff is essential.

The role emphasizes adherence to standards, productivity, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on quality outcomes and family communication.

Qualifications

• Must hold a PT license in the applicable state.
• CPR/BLS Level C certification required.
• Graduated from an accredited physical therapy program with a PT degree.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital policies and promotes a cooperative environment through communication and teamwork.
• Provides patient care assessment and treatments aligned with standards and goals.
• Maintains accurate documentation of evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Ensures legibility of documentation.
• Meets department productivity and budgeted expectations.
• Participates in process improvements to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Promotes professional development and educates other health care workers.
• Communicates professionally with patients, physicians, staff, and families.
• Provides age/developmentally appropriate care and maintains competence.

Skills

Cpr certification

Education

B.S./M.S./DPT degree (physical therapy)

Job description

Advocate Health in Lexington, NC seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered care in a hospital-based setting. You will assess, plan, implement, and document rehab interventions, ensuring safety and effectiveness for diverse patient populations. Collaboration with physicians and staff is essential.

The role emphasizes adherence to standards, productivity, and ongoing professional development, with a focus on quality outcomes and family communication.