Physical Therapist I

UNC Health; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 45,970 - 66,083; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cary, North Carolina is seeking a Physical Therapist I. The role involves evaluating and treating patients with various physical impairments and disabilities while providing clinical instruction for students. Applicants are required to be licensed as Physical Therapists in North Carolina and must be able to demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers a salary ranging from $33.37 to $47.97 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in North Carolina.
• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Complete physical therapy documentation and manage daily caseload.
• Administer tests to establish a plan of care for patients.
• Mentor and delegate to assistive personnel as per guidelines.
• Provide clinical instruction and feedback to learners.
• Assist in planning clinical programs and continuous improvement.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interprofessional skills

Physical stamina

Problem-solving skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Job description

Description

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Summary

The Physical Therapist I provides evidence‑based evaluation, treatment interventions, and educational instruction to patients and caregivers with various diagnoses, disabilities, and impairments affecting multiple body regions, structures, systems, functional mobility, and activity participation. The clinician provides student shadowing, clinical instruction, and participates in departmental and community continuing education and outreach.

Responsibilities

• Completes physical therapy documentation, billing, and statistics per team guidelines. Manage daily caseload with efficiency and efficacy. Meets productivity standards per team guidelines.
• Administers tests and measures to assist in establishing a plan of care and interventions and manages resources to accomplish patient goals; Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care.
• Mentors assistive personnel and delegates responsibilities as per licensing board guidelines.
• Provides clinical precepting and teaching for students and/or staff under the guidance of the clinical specialist or other subject matter experts. Provides regular feedback, coaching and mentoring. Evaluates the learner's performance.
• Assists in the planning and coordinating of clinical programs in collaboration with the clinical specialist or manager. Participates in continuous improvement in clinical services by attending and participating in departmental meetings and in‑services.

Education Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of North Carolina.
• BLS within 3 months of hire date.

Professional Experience Requirements

• No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements

• Exhibits effective communication and interprofessional skills; requires physical stamina and repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, sitting, standing, kneeling, walking, and squatting during patient interventions while supporting one's weight; can engage in high‑level problem‑solving to ensure patient safety during mobilization.

Job Details

Legal Employer: GP2
Entity: UNC Physician Group Practices
Organization Unit: CO Cary PT
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $33.37 - $47.97 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Cary
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This position is employed by UNC Physicians Group Practices II, LLC, a private, for‑profit subsidiary of UNC Health Care System.

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