Physical Therapist l - Outpatient - Atrium Health Kings Mountain - Rehab
Physical Therapist l - Outpatient - Atrium Health Kings Mountain - Rehab
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Job Description
This position is eligible for Sign on Bonus of up to $15000 for Full Time positions and Relocation Assistance of $8k for eligible new Atrium Health teammates. In addition new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages paid time off and a Career Advancement Ladder.
Are you a passionate physical therapy professional looking for your next opportunity Consider joining our community in Shelby North Carolinawhere professional growth meets an exceptional quality of life.
Why Shelby
Shelby offers the perfect balance of smalltown charm and easy access to bigcity amenities and natural beauty.
- Close to Charlotte: Located less than an hour from Charlotte youll enjoy access to a bustling city with professional sports worldclass dining and vibrant cultural events. Whether youre looking for career networking continuing education opportunities or a weekend adventure the Queen City is just a short drive away.
- Gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains: Shelby is also just a scenic 60minute drive from the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. Spend your days off exploring hiking trails enjoying peaceful mountain retreats or taking in stunning views. Its the perfect escape to recharge and reconnect with nature.
- Affordable Living and Community Spirit: Live in a welcoming closeknit community with affordable housing excellent schools and a safe familyfriendly environment. Shelbys charm is complemented by its cultural activities like the Earl Scruggs Center and local music festivals.
Shelby North Carolina isnt just a place to workits a place to thrive. Ready to join us Lets make it happen!
Job Summary
Evaluates plans directs and administers programs of Physical Therapy (PT) in an inpatient acute level setting upon referral by the physician. Plans and conducts PT programs to restore function prevent disability and help patients reach their maximum level of independence
Neuro/vestibular experience preferred.
Essential Functions
- Provides direct therapy services to patients admitted to a level of care where service provision is required 7 days a week including holidays.
- Evaluates patients selects and administers assessment techniques synthesizes information to establish appropriate patient care plan to include necessary modalities procedures exercise programs therapeutic groups and patient education as warranted by a holistic view of the patients diagnosis condition age and discharge needs.
- Gathers and interprets appropriate data from the medical record physician reports patient and/or family as evidenced by documentation.
- Documents evaluations tests progress notes daily treatment notes attendance records patient/family education outcomes discharge notes and charges as needed.
- Communicates patients evaluation and subsequent progress to physician referral sources and other clinical staff coordinates patients schedule and treatment programs and discharge planning.
- Provides supervision of PTAs and Rehab Tech/Aide as required for licensure.
Physical Requirements
Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication. Vision (corrected) adequate for reading. Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills to perform job duties. Sitting standing and walking required throughout the day. Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs kneeling twisting bending; on occasion crouching crawling and reaching overhead. Lifting of patients equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Able to laterally transfer patients 100 pounds rarely. Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves goggles gowns and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids. Work is in a fastpaced clinical environment. The work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors.
Education Experience and Certifications
Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy program required. NC license for Physical Therapy required. BLS required per policy guidelines.
Employment Type
Full-Time
