Physical Therapist I - Outpatient - Atrium Health Physical Therapy Stanly - FT

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. This is an Outpatient position that will also have Acute Care responsibilities on occasion.

Responsibilities

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; Evaluates patients, selects and administers assessment techniques, synthesizes information to establish appropriate patient care plan including necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, therapeutic groups and patient education; Provides direct therapy services to patients admitted to a level of care where service provision is required 7 days a week, including holidays on occasion in Acute Care; 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 patient's evaluation and subsequent progress to physician, referral sources, and other clinical staff, coordinates patient's schedule and treatment programs, and discharge planning

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy program required; NC license for Physical Therapy required; BLS required per policy guidelines

Benefits

Sign on Bonus and/or relocation assistance for new Atrium Health teammates; Robust benefits packages; Paid time off; Career Advancement Ladder; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance