Physical Therapist II - Inpatient/Acute Care - Greater Charlotte Float - FT

American Addiction Centers • Charlotte, NC

1d • $41 - $62 • Hybrid

About The Position

This full-time position is for a Physical Therapist II specializing in Inpatient/Acute Care, serving as a float within the Greater Charlotte area. The role supports multiple Atrium Health Inpatient and Acute Care facilities. The Physical Therapist II is responsible for age-appropriate patient care, including evaluation, care planning, goal setting, patient and caregiver education, professional communication, documentation, and compliance. They will also share responsibility for maintaining the department environment, pursuing professional development, and engaging in operational improvement initiatives. As a float, the therapist must demonstrate the ability to practice competently across assigned departments and locations, adapting to varying clinical or operational environments.

Requirements

• Active Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Ongoing compliance with state‑mandated continuing education requirements.
• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Clinical experience consistent with independent physical therapy practice.
• Ability to manage patient evaluations, treatment planning, and clinical decision‑making independently.
• Knowledge of physical therapy evaluation techniques, interventions, and standards of practice.
• Strong clinical judgment and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to educate patients and caregivers effectively and address learning barriers.
• Intermediate computer skills and ability to perform basic office and documentation functions.
• Demonstrated compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
• Ability to complete required competencies and meet site‑specific clinical standards.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, and squat throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift: Up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, Up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead.
• Carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height for reasonable distances.
• Ability to push/pull up to 30 lbs. of force.
• Ability to assist with patient transfers, including sliding transfers of up to 150 lbs. with assistance.
• Repetitive use of hands including grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine motor manipulation.
• Functional use of senses and intelligible speech for effective communication.
• Ability to demonstrate exercises and therapeutic activities to patients and caregivers.
• Exposure to electrical, chemical, blood, and body fluid hazards; must wear protective equipment as required.
• May require travel between sites and exposure to road and weather hazards.
• Work environment is primarily indoors with occasional outdoor exposure.
• May make home visits as part of patient care delivery.

Nice To Haves

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred, or educational requirements commensurate with date of graduation.
• Multi‑state licensure or experience practicing across multiple care settings (preferred).
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
• Prior float, multi‑site, or diverse clinical setting experience.
• Demonstrated adaptability to varying clinical, operational, and patient care environments.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Interpret medical records and provider referrals, and complete musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and/or integumentary evaluations.
• Establish an appropriate patient care plan utilizing evidence-based intervention in accordance with state(s) Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Recommend next level of care, direct support staff, supervise physical therapy assistants, and ensure quality outcomes.
• Establish functional goals in conjunction with the patient/caregiver and monitor outcomes.
• Provide education to the patient and caregivers based on patient needs, preferences, and learning barriers.
• Communicate in a professional and timely manner with patient/caregivers, providers, staff, and all external customers.
• Complete all required documentation including patient evaluations, progress notes, patient education, team conference reports, discharge summaries, and billing charges.
• Comply with insurance guidelines regarding authorization and visit limitations.
• Maintain site/department established productivity standards.
• Share responsibility in maintaining a clean and orderly department by cleaning up after patient treatment and ensuring all equipment is placed correctly and maintained in good working order.
• Pursue professional growth by participating in continuing education initiatives, department in-services, and reviewing professional literature.
• Actively engages in performance improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes and overall quality of services.
• Manages assigned caseload, informing site leadership of coverage needs and ability to cover; assists with coverage, based on department needs and regional needs.
• Meets all requirements for Level 2 outlined in the Enterprise Float Program and applicable Human Resources policies.
• Demonstrate the ability to practice competently across assigned departments and/or locations and adapt to varying clinical or operational environments based on organizational need.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus for new Atrium Health teammates
• Robust benefits packages
• Paid time off
• Career Advancement Ladder
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree