Physical Therapist

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you :

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule : Full Time

Shift : Day

Location : 101 Hospital Dr, Columbus, NC 28722

The community you'll be caring for :

AdventHealth Polk

Convenient access, with locations across Western North Carolina

Beautiful mountain scenery

Plentiful opportunities for outdoor adventurers, including hiking, zip lining and white-water rafting

Historic towns and cities full of specialty shops, art galleries and unique restaurants

Fresh produce available at farmers markets and U-picks

Special events to enjoy in every season

The role you'll contribute :

Provides direct and indirect services in the acute care, inpatient, and / or outpatient rehabilitation settings, offering evaluation, development of care plans, and treatment for patients with bodily impairments and functional limitations as medically prescribed. Utilizes process improvement strategies to achieve the goals of the Rehabilitation Department and adheres to all rules and regulations of applicable local, state, and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies. Responsibilities may include supervision of Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, technical aides, volunteers, and interns while actively participating in outstanding customer service and maintaining respectful relationships with all. The role encompasses evaluating and treating individuals whose ability to perform daily functional tasks is threatened or impaired by various factors, employing therapeutic goal-directed activities, physical modalities, exercises, and patient / family education / training to facilitate adaptation, productivity, and restore or maximize functional skills and independence. This includes direct involvement with a range of patient care activities, including assessment, treatment planning, intervention, and documentation, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate functional progress and discharge planning. The Physical Therapist also contributes to departmental operations, performance improvement activities, budget formulation, and compliance with infection control, safety, and fire safety programs. This role demands personal accountability to the organizational mission and core values, with a commitment to providing care that is reflective of the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of the patient.

The value you'll bring to the team :

Performs evaluations and re-evaluations according to standards and recommended techniques. Establishes, implements and adapts an individualized treatment plan of care (including appropriate goal setting, treatment activities and frequency). Discharges patients when maximum benefit has been achieved and / or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.

Documents accurately, completely, and timely with legible handwriting. Uses measurable and objective terminology following standards of practice, insurance guidelines and department / hospital policy and procedures.

Charges patient accurately, timely, and legibly according to guidelines of the CPT code format and following insurance guidelines.

Identifies the need for patient / caregiver education and utilizes each opportunity for teaching on a planned or spontaneous basis, including discharge recommendations. Documents education and understanding, as appropriate.

Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

Doctorate Required

Physical Therapist (PT) Required

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category : Rehabilitation Services

Organization : AdventHealth Polk

Schedule : Full-time

Shift : 1 - Day

Req ID : 24036123

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.