Physical Therapist I - Outpatient

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Nash is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to organize and conduct prescribed physical therapy programs aimed at restoring function after disease or injury. The role emphasizes preventing disability and helping patients reach their maximum potential.

Work is onsite at Nash UNC Health Care with a standard 40-hour week and a day schedule. The successful candidate will hold a North Carolina PT license and have a degree in physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in North Carolina.
• New Graduate or up to 3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic Testing - administers and evaluates mobility-related tests and assessments.
• Education - supervise students and contribute to innovative programs.
• Evaluation of Care - analyze test results and adjust treatment plans to hit patient goals.
• Implementation - apply current rehab techniques to provide quality services.
• Outreach/Community - engage with government and health professionals and participate in community events.
• Participation - attend departmental meetings and contribute to quality initiatives.
• Quality - maintain accurate records and support continuous quality improvements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state‑of‑the‑art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary

The Physical Therapist organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs with the goal being to restore function. The Physical Therapist attempts to prevent disability following disease/injury, while helping the patient reach his/her maximum performance while learning to live with the limits of his/her capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic Testing - Administers basic & complex diagnostic tests and evaluations in the area of Physical Therapy for the treatment of mobility disorders and related impairments
• Education - Teach & supervise graduate Physical Therapy students and/or clinical fellows/residents. Develops or contributes to innovative programs to enhance patient care. Serves as resource consultant to other clinicians in respective specialty area.
• Evaluation of Care - Analyzes results of diagnostic and or therapeutic testing to establish patient goals and or modify subsequent treatment programs. Identifies expected patient outcomes. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care.
• Implementation-- Selects and applies current and advanced techniques to provide quality and efficient rehabilitative services. Provides habilitation/rehabilitation and maintenance of persons with mobility related impairments. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs.
• Outreach/Community Involvement-Serves as resource to North Carolina government departments and statewide health professionals in specialty areas. Presents at local (university/hospital) or state level, participates in community health screening and events. Participates in the development of new clinical programs to meet emerging needs in conjunction with the clinical specialist and/or department director.
• Participation - Contributes to quality of clinical services through attendance and participation in departmental meetings and in-services.
• Quality-Contributes to quality of clinical services through maintenance of valid & reliable records of patient procedures & progress. Participates in quality improvement initiatives with the clinical specialist and other healthcare professionals. Participates in continuous quality improvement efforts in conjunction with the department director.

Education Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist in North Carolina.

Professional Experience Requirements

• Successful completion of supervised clinical internship.
• New Graduate or up to 3 years of experience.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NDH Therapy Services

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.