Physical Therapist (PT) PRN
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Lifepoint Health
Sanford, NC, US
Summary
Evaluates and treats patients by designing and implementing individualized physical therapy plans to restore function and alleviate pain. Supervises physical therapist assistants, students, and aides while maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and interventions.
Job Description
Schedule: PRN
Your experience matters
Central Carolina Hospital 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 (PT) 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.
How you’ll contribute
A Physical Therapist (PT) who excels in this role:
- Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition and functional status.
- Develops and updates an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the patient, based on goals and capabilities.
- Plans, prepares, and carries out evidence-based interventions to maintain, improve, or restore function; alleviate pain; and prevent dysfunction.
- Delivers therapy using standard PT techniques and modalities appropriate to patient age and condition (e.g., moist heat/cold, ultrasound, UV/IR lamps, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy).
- Administers physical agents and operates PT equipment safely; performs necessary set-up and checks.
- Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices; recommends modifications as needed.
- Identifies/document goals, anticipated progress, and timelines; plans for reevaluation and discharge.
- Directs and supervises PTAs, students, and support personnel; delegates tasks appropriately and ensures clear communication.
- Accurately documents assessments, interventions, patient response, education, and progress toward goals.
- Participates in performance improvement and continuing education; performs other duties as assigned.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
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Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
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Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
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Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
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Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
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Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree required (Physical Therapy).
- License: Current Physical Therapy license in state of practice.
- Certifications: BCLS required. Skills:
- Ability to successfully complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
More about Central Carolina Hospital
Central Carolina Hospital is a 137-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lee County community for over 115 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and by the American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center. We have also earned Heart Failure Accreditation from the American College of Cariology. In 2024, we received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Rural Recognition Silver Award.
EEOC Statement
“Central Carolina Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Carolina Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
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1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
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Org type
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Headquarters
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Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas is a system of hospitals located across Middle Tennessee with a vision of transforming healthcare by improving health outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and improving access and convenience. Visit one of our critical access hospitals in your community offering an extensive range of in-patient, outpatient and emergency services for adults and children.
Highpoint Health – Sumner
555 Hartsville Pike
Gallatin, TN 37066
Highpoint Health – Riverview
158 Hospital Dr.
Carthage, TN 37030
Highpoint Health – Trousdale
500 Church Street
Hartsville, TN 37074
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Gallatin, Tennessee