Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area's only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

*$10,000 Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance determined at time of offer

Educational Loan Assistance determined at time of offer

Free FirstHealth Fitness Membership

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist Job Summary

• Evaluates patients, plans treatment programs, and performs physical therapy procedures to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, maximize potential and quality of life following disease, injury or surgery.
• The Physical Therapist will assess, identify, and treat all areas of deficits impacting posture, locomotion, strength, endurance, balance, coordination, joint mobility, flexibility, pain, and functional abilities.
• Demonstrates and articulates sound clinical reasoning in synthesizing complex evaluation data and developing a comprehensive plan of care.
• Develops and updates appropriate plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family/medical provider and related to the person's age and lifestyle with measurable goals and a defined discharge plan.
• Selects and administers appropriate assessment and treatment techniques.
• Follows intervention protocols and revises interventions appropriately. Interventions are outcomes focused and consistent with best practice and policies.
• Actively participates and collaborates in all aspects of the rehabilitation process as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Participates in departmental programs and activities and serves as a role model of quality clinical practice.
• Supervises work of support personnel as needed.

Qualifications

Physical Therapist Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program with either BS, MS or Doctorate degree
• Valid licensure with the State of North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to varying patient needs, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.