Physical Therapist Therapy Staffing (NICU)

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and develop effective treatment plans. The role requires providing patient education, implementing intervention programs, and documenting outcomes.

The therapist will operate across multiple settings including Acute Rehab, Rehab Hospital, and Outpatient Rehab, serving adults and pediatrics with diverse conditions. Evidence of NICU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist required.
• 2 years clinical experience in physical therapy preferred; NICU experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and determine treatment plans.
• Implement therapeutic interventions and activity programs.
• Educate patients and families and document progress.
• Modify plans based on ongoing assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services by evaluating patients, establishing and implementing effective treatment plans with functional treatment goals, providing patient education and therapeutic intervention/activity programs and educating in use of assistive devices. Position is responsible for observing, evaluating and documenting the results of treatment interventions and modifying age-appropriate treatment plan accordingly. The Option 3 Physical Therapist will work in a minimum of two of the following settings of care: Acute Rehab Services (Raleigh/Cary), Rehab Hospital and Outpatient Rehab. Populations served include stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, other neurological issues, as well as post-surgical orthopedics, cardiac, multi-trauma and debility for both adult and pediatric populations. This position is in the Therapy Services Supplemental Pool and has minimum shift availability requirements per calendar year.

Overview

The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services by evaluating patients, establishing and implementing effective treatment plans with functional treatment goals, providing patient education and therapeutic intervention/activity programs and educating in use of assistive devices. Position is responsible for observing, evaluating and documenting the results of treatment interventions and modifying age-appropriate treatment plan accordingly. The Option 3 Physical Therapist will work in a minimum of two of the following settings of care: Acute Rehab Services (Raleigh/Cary), Rehab Hospital and Outpatient Rehab. Populations served include stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, other neurological issues, as well as post-surgical orthopedics, cardiac, multi-trauma and debility for both adult and pediatric populations. This position is in the Therapy Services Supplemental Pool and has minimum shift availability requirements per calendar year.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Licensed Physical Therapist Required.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy Required
Master's Degree Physical Therapy Preferred

Experience

2 Years Clinical - Physical Therapy Preferred. NICU experience required