Job Description
Description
***$20,000.00 COMMITMENT INCENTIVE***
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.
| Job Summary |
| The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with neurological, medical or musculoskeletal disorders or conditions that impact activities of daily living, mobility and independence. Plans, organizes and directs patients in recommended activities that improve and manage their conditions and restore or increase functional independence, mobility and comfort. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
| Education | Graduate of an accredited curriculum with a degree in Physical Therapy. |
| Licensure/ Certification | Current North Carolina State license or eligible. BLS required. |
| Experience | Prior experience preferred, but new graduates encouraged to apply. |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | · Ability to motivate, educate and encourage patients. · Knowledge of contemporary and evidence-based PT practices. Familiar with acute care, orthopedics, and neurologic patient treatment procedures. · Ability to interpret clinician prescriptions and referrals. · Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. · Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English. · Proficient with MS Office and Epic\EMR software, and the ability to learn new software rapidly. |
Job Details
Legal Employer: Wayne Health
Entity: Wayne UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Orthopedic Physical Therapy
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: WAYNE MED
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
