Physical Therapist - Sign-On Bonus & Growth Impact

Carle Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, modifying plans of care as needed. The role is supported by a sign-on bonus and relocation options for eligible candidates.

New grads and experienced PTs are welcomed with a $5,000–$7,500 sign-on for qualifying candidates. Licensure requirements include a PT license and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to perform patient transfers with assistance from bed, chair and floor when needed.
• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using effective teaching methods.
• Evaluates clinical findings to determine physical therapy diagnoses and outcomes of care.
• Performs examination with reliable and valid methods relevant to chief complaint and history.
• Produces documentation in accordance with policy.
• Screens patients to determine effectiveness of therapy services, if appropriate.
• Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR.
• Applies tape for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movement.
• Completes modalities such as ultrasound, interferential, iontophoresis as appropriate.
• Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Therapy

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages, modifying plans of care as needed. The role is supported by a sign-on bonus and relocation options for eligible candidates.

New grads and experienced PTs are welcomed with a $5,000–$7,500 sign-on for qualifying candidates. Licensure requirements include a PT license and BLS certification within 30 days of hire.