Physical Therapist PRN — Restore Mobility & Confidence

Mission Health; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in Highlands, NC seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility and independence after illness, injury, or surgery. You will assess patients, design personalized plans, and work with physicians to achieve meaningful goals.

You will deliver evidence-based interventions, monitor progress, educate patients and families, and document outcomes with a focus on exceptional patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (LPT) must be obtained within 2 years of employment start.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient abilities and developing personalized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
• Delivering evidence-based interventions that restore movement, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life.
• Monitoring progress, refining therapy plans, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation of outcomes.
• Educating patients and families on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safe practices that promote independence.
• Collaborating across disciplines to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care and smooth transitions throughout recovery.
• Leading by example—mentoring therapy assistants or students while upholding HCA Healthcare’s values of excellence, compassion, and integrity.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Patient education

Team collaboration

Mentoring others

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

PT License within 2 years of start

Job description

HCA Healthcare in Highlands, NC seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility and independence after illness, injury, or surgery. You will assess patients, design personalized plans, and work with physicians to achieve meaningful goals.

You will deliver evidence-based interventions, monitor progress, educate patients and families, and document outcomes with a focus on exceptional patient care and teamwork.