Permanent - Physical Therapist - two openings

A 137-bed acute care hospital with over 100 physicians and more than 500 employees. The hospital offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, general surgery, obstetrics, gynecology, emergency medicine, gastroenterology, hospitalist services, nephrology, hematology, urology, podiatry, pulmonary medicine, and wound care.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist to work the Day Shift in our Clinic. The Full-Time PT will:
• Be responsible for outpatient and inpatient evaluations, assessments, plans of care and ongoing physical therapy treatments as prescribed by a licensed physician.
• Administer treatment plan of care in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.
• Document, in a timely manner, all patient related information and ensure that patients are charged correctly per departmental and insurance carrier guidelines.
• Participate in departmental operational activities such as the budget, clinical quality, clinical education, infection control, departmental safety and team building programs.

Essential Functions

• Performs all physical therapy duties in the inpatient and outpatient setting.
• Implements all aspects of patient care in a way that optimizes patient safety and minimizes risk of medical error.
• Demonstrates knowledge and competence in physical therapy modalities.
• Treats all patients and customers with respect and dignity.
• Provides physical therapy assessments on all indicated patients per policy. Includes geriatric, adult, adolescent and pediatric patient populations.
• Evaluates all physical therapy interventions performed for quality, safety and effect.
• Modifies and progresses plans of care to maximize recovery.
• Provides physical therapy recommendations to physicians as needed.
• Assesses patient pain and its role in interference with maximal function and potential.
• Coordinates patient care to ensure patient's needs are met and hospital and departmental policies are followed.
• Formulates correct documentation in the medical record for treatment rendered the effects, justification for ongoing treatment and the resulting charges.
• Shares knowledge and advice with co-workers, colleagues and students.
• Learn and apply new information on methods of treatment, equipment, pathologies, etc. on an on-going basis.

QUALFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree is required
• Master's degree is preferred
• Doctoral degree is preferred
• North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Licensure is required.
• American Heart Association BLS is required within 30 days of hire.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.
• Participates in relevant continuing education programs.
• Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.
• Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.
• A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.
• Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.

Requirements:
• COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.

BENEFITS

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

Discounts with local vendors

Opportunities for education and training


And much more...

ABOUT THE AREA

From sprawling public art, to a robust music scene, to nature so big and beautiful, Sanford has the small-town feel while still offering something for everyone. Our downtown is a hub of excitement and activity offering delights to satisfy the foodies, art lovers, history enthusiasts, and more.

ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS

Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.


With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.