Physical Therapist

Maria Parham Health

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. With 205 licensed beds, Maria Parham Health is equipped for every health care need one can encounter. We are fully licensed by Joint Commission, the College of American Pathologists, and Rated Highest In-Patient Safety from Leapfrog.

Where We Are:

Henderson offers a great outdoors, including the region's largest lake, providing endless hours of fun boating, fishing, water skiing and camping. Throw in great golfing, hunting and two fantastic recreational organizations and you may find yourself having a hard time deciding what to do next.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off, PTO cash out, and PTO donation programs

Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

Robust employee recognition and awards programs

And much more

Position Summary

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.

Reports to: Physical Therapy Lead and Rehab Services Director

Responsibilities of the Position

Areas of Responsibility: Outpatient Physical Therapy

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.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree is required.

Certifications/Licenses

North Carolina Physical Therapist License is required.

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification with the American Heart Association is required.

Required Skills

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 skill is expected.

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran