Physical Therapist I - Chatham Rehab

Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

*This position qualifies for a $10,000 commitment incentive with a two (2) year work commitment. Learn more about the incentive program here: 

In 2023, Chatham County skyrocketed into the list of the top ten fastest- growing counties in North Carolina, with a projected population growth of 30%by 2042. The county will soon be home to at least two of the largest manufacturing operations in North Carolina: Wolfspeed in Western Chatham and VinFast in southeastern Chatham. Chatham County will also be affected by the Toyota Battery manufacturing facility in neighboring Randolph County, approximately 15 miles northwest of Siler City. These economic developments, along with the Chatham Park development in Pittsboro, are projected to attract an added 27,000 residents to the county by 2042. 

Summary:

This physical therapist will provide both acute care services and hospital-based outpatient services; a great opportunity to maintain skills and knowledge across both settings. Full-time 40 hours per week. Mixture of orthopedic, neurological, and general diagnoses. 1:1 sessions with all patients. NEW GRADS WELCOME. 

This is professional level work involving the evidence- based evaluation of patient impairments, planning, and administration of physical therapy treatments. Incumbents complete documentation instruct patients, families, and students. Clinician is expected to have involvement in the areas of continuing education, departmental and community activities, outreach education and role of preceptor to students, as appropriate.

Responsibilities:
1. Diagnostic Testing - Administers basic & complex diagnostic tests and evaluations in the area of Physical Therapy for the treatment of mobility disorders and related impairments
2. Education - Teach & supervise graduate Physical Therapy students and/or clinical fellows/residents. Develops or contributes to innovative programs to enhance patient care. Serves as resource consultant to other clinicians in respective specialty area.
3. Evaluation of Care - Analyzes results of diagnostic and or therapeutic testing to establish patient goals and or modify subsequent treatment programs. Identifies expected patient outcomes. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care.
4. Implementation-- Selects and applies current and advanced techniques to provide quality and efficient rehabilitative services. Provides habilitation/rehabilitation and maintenance of persons with mobility related impairments. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs.
5. Outreach/Community Involvement-Serves as resource to North Carolina government departments and statewide health professionals in specialty areas. Presents at local (university/hospital) or state level, participates in community health screening and events. Participates in the development of new clinical programs to meet emerging needs in conjunction with the clinical specialist and/or department director.
6. Participation - Contributes to quality of clinical services through attendance and participation in departmental meetings and in-services.
7. Quality-Contributes to quality of clinical services through maintenance of valid & reliable records of patient procedures & progress. Participates in quality improvement initiatives with the clinical specialist and other healthcare professionals. Participates in continuous quality improvement efforts in conjunction with the department director.

Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:
● Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● - Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of North Carolina.
● - BLS
Professional Experience Requirements:
● No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: Chatham Hospital

Organization Unit: Physical Therapy

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Siler City

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $32.23 - $46.33 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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