Physical Therapist (PT)

Lifepoint Health•Henderson, NC

62d

About The Position

Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Schedule: PRN How you’ll contribute An Physical Therapist who excels in this role provides direct patient care to patients across various venues including outpatient, inpatient rehab and acute care. Works under the direct supervision of the Rehab Services Director and Lead Physical Therapy Therapist.

Requirements

Applicants should have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and an active North Carolina Physical Therapist License (these qualifications are required).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Health Association required within 30 dates of hire.
Thorough knowledge of physical therapy services in outpatient setting for various diagnoses, experience with acute and/or inpatient rehab settings appreciated.
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) required to interact with organizational leadership, physicians, staff, and communities served.
Time management & documentation efficiency skilled expected.

Nice To Haves

experience with acute and/or inpatient rehab settings appreciated.

Responsibilities

Completes evaluations, treatments, and discharges for patients in an outpatient rehab setting.
Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team of providers to provide optimal patient care across a variety of diagnoses.
Provides quality and timely documentation reflecting medical necessity and patient progression towards goals.
Covers acute/inpatient rehab as needed.
Submission of insurance prior authorizations as required.
Independently manages busy caseload, asking for assistance and direction when needed.
Works with Lead Physical Therapist for development of weekend, holiday, and vacation schedule. Coverage to be provided as determined by Lead Physical Therapist.
Works alongside other rehab staff (Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathologists, Athletic Trainers, Rehab Techs, and front office staff) to ensure patient treatments are completed and other departmental, hospital and patient needs are met.
Participates in departmental and hospital wide Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives.
Participates in monthly discipline and departmental meetings.
Ensures compliance with licensing requirements, continuing education, and documentation requirements (including CMS, Joint Commission, Medicaid, etc.)
Other duties as assigned.