Physical Therapist, (PT), outpatient

Memorial Physician Practices; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Leave

Tuition Assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation. The role involves evaluating patients, creating treatment plans, and supervising PT assistants. Full-time days with a typical 8am-5pm schedule; sign-on bonus offered.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and NC PT license; BLS within 30 days. This is a hospital-based position offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and valid North Carolina PT license.
• BLS certification obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments and plan care.
• Develop and carry out individualized therapy programs.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants and aides.
• Administer treatments and utilize physical agents.
• Evaluate prosthetic/orthotic devices and coordinate reevaluation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Stress tolerance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Therapist License (NC)

BLS Certification

Job description

Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

schedule: Typical 8am-5pm may vary depending on needs

Shift: Full Time Days

Sign on Bonus:$10,000

Your experience matters:

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist (PT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team:

Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care as well as local Clinic office support. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!

What we are Looking for:

We are looking for a dynamic Physical Therapist (PT) who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Position Summary

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.

Essential Functions

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition. Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Direct and supervise physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
• Administer treatment involves application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Education/ Certification

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Licenses: Physical Therapist License in the state of North Carolina
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.