Physical Therapist — Patient-Centered Care & Education

Duke Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, seeks a Physical Therapist to provide patient-focused care across a range of services. The role emphasizes clinical reasoning, plan of care development, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree or physical therapy certification, with a Master’s or Clinical Doctorate preferred. A North Carolina license must be obtained within six months of start.

Qualifications

• Ability to push-pull, lift-carry, and transfer patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients with impairments, functional limitations, or disabilities.
• Develop and update the plan of care with measurable long- and short-term goals and a defined discharge plan.
• Collaborate with the patient/family and care team to ensure appropriate and timely care.
• Maintain patient care documentation that is timely, legible, and accurate.

Skills

Push-pull lift-carry

Education

Bachelor's degree or PT certification

Master's or Clinical Doctorate in physical therapy preferred

Job description

Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, seeks a Physical Therapist to provide patient-focused care across a range of services. The role emphasizes clinical reasoning, plan of care development, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree or physical therapy certification, with a Master’s or Clinical Doctorate preferred. A North Carolina license must be obtained within six months of start.