Physical Therapist PT

Nhccare; Arlington (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nhccare is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join the team at NHC HomeCare Somerville in Arlington, TN. The role involves supervising physical therapy services, evaluating patient treatments, and instructing staff in therapeutic techniques. Qualified candidates must have a BS or MS in physical therapy, be licensed in Tennessee, and ideally possess supervisory experience. This position emphasizes teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to community health.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Licensed to practice in Tennessee.
• Preferred one year experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise physical therapy services.
• Instruct physical therapy staff in delegated functions.
• Evaluate and plan treatments for patients.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of physical therapy techniques

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in physical therapy

Job description

NHC HomeCare Somerville
9789 US Highway 64
Suite 6
Arlington, TN 38002, USA

Description

"A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life."

NHC HomeCare Somerville is looking for a Physical Therapist, PT to join our team! The Physical Therapist supervises and participates in the application of physical therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with physical disabilities, injuries, or diseases.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a BS or MS level course in physical therapy as accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Must be licensed or registered under the statutes of the state in which the physical therapist will be practicing.
• One year’s experience in a supervisory role preferred.
• Active member of the state and national Physical Therapy Association preferred.

Position Highlights

• Coordinates and supervises physical therapy services.
• Provides physical therapy services as ordered by the referring physician and delegates appropriate portions of the treatment program to the licensed physical therapy assistant.
• Instructs the physical therapy staff in their delegated functions including precautions, special problems, contraindications, anticipated progress goals and plan for re-evaluation.
• Evaluates, plans and supervises treatments and programs including the establishment of short-term and long-term goals for patients as approved by the physician with periodic re-evaluations.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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