Physical Therapist, Homecare Rehab

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. Job Summary The Physical Therapist is integral to the Rehabilitation Services department. This role involves evaluating patients and creating treatment plans, ensuring competence in various therapeutic areas. The Physical Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, adheres to regulations, and maintains patient satisfaction through effective clinical decision‑making and equipment management. Job Functions Supervisory duties: delegate authority to PTAs and technicians; provide supervisory visits according to state regulations. Budget management: remain within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies; charge patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment equipment. Clinical responsibilities: evaluate and establish treatment plans for any patient referred to Physical Therapy; demonstrate skills in evaluation, therapeutic exercise/activity, wheelchair transfers, and modalities as appropriate for PT. Continuing education: attend and provide continuing education services. Mentorship: serve as mentor for new employees; after one year of experience as a clinician, serve as a clinical instructor. Documentation: complete documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner. Computer proficiency: be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes. Regulatory compliance: adhere to NMHS/NMMC policies and procedures, and comply with applicable local, state, federal policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations, laws, statutes. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy (required); Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy (preferred). Licenses and Certifications: CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of neonates/infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. Participate in the Clinical Ladder program as applicable. Plan, organize and implement patient treatment. Coordinate patient treatment schedules with other PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, SLPs and rehab technicians. Participate in PI projects, committees, teams and report as appropriate. Establish and revise treatment protocols, policies and procedures. Interact with team members, physicians, nursing personnel, social workers, payers and other medical staff in person, by phone and/or written communication. Extensive contact with patients and visitors, in person and by phone. Physical Demands Standing – frequently. Walking – frequently. Sitting – occasionally. Lifting/carrying – frequently; up to 100 lbs. Pushing/pulling – frequently. Climbing – occasionally. Balancing – occasionally. Stooping/kneeling/bending – frequently. Reaching/overhead work – occasionally. Grasping – frequently. Speaking – constantly. Hearing – constantly. Repetitive motions – constantly. Eye/hand/foot coordination – frequently. Benefits Continuing Education. 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match contributions. Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance. Wellness Programs and Incentives. Employee Assistance Program. Medical Benefits. License and Certification Reimbursement. Life, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. Employee Discount Program. Early Access to Earned Wages. Tuition Assistance. Relocation Assistance. Paid Time Away. Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers. Licenses You must have the following licenses to apply: Physical Therapist #J-18808-Ljbffr