Physical Therapist (PT- Temporary Full-time

Scotland Memorial Hospital - Physical Therapy

Full time

Shift:

Current North Carolina PT license; New Graduates Accepted

• Patient Care

Demonstrates skill and accuracy in performing patient evaluations, conducts tests and measurements of muscles, nerves, joints, skeletal system, developmental stages, etc for all age categories throughout the lifespan of newborn pediatric to geriatric. Ensure delivery of quality physical therapy programs to meet the patient care needs. Identify patient needs and formulate realistic and appropriate individualized short and long-term treatment goals, in collaboration with the patient.

Regularly assesses or re-evaluates patient's progress and therapy program and makes changes in the plan of care in accordance with guidelines.

Demonstrates proper and efficient use of department equipment and machines, administers safe and effective modality treatments, and administers and delegates manual therapy procedures appropriately and correctly including massage, soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, and myofascial release.

Instructs patients in proper and safe transfer and gait training techniques including the use of wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, canes. Assesses need for and instructs patients in appropriate use of braces and prosthetic/orthotic devices.

Prepares written documentation in patient charts in accordance with department policy (evals, re-evals, d/c summaries, progress notes, daily notes with charges, prescriptions, and patient status reports).

Regularly provides supervision and direction for physical therapy assistants and rehab technicians. Delegates appropriate treatment programs to these staff members in accordance with state regulations and department policies; Conducts or assigns in-service programs for medical or nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives, body mechanics, etc. Technical and Clerical Duties

Assists in other work as required by the department between procedures and therapist assigned duties such as filing, typing, and clerical duties.

As required, assists in the ordering of supplies and all necessary equipment.

Demonstrates a cost conscious attitude in the ordering and usage of department equipment and supplies.

At Scotland Health Care System, we're proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way.

Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need.

We offer a full spectrum of services-including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care-along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women's health.

We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare

Flexible scheduling

Career growth and advancement opportunities

If you're looking for more than just a job-if you want a meaningful career where you can make a difference-Scotland Health Care System is the place for you.