Physical Therapist , Acute Rehabilitation, Inpatient

Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355-bed acute care facility offering a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care, supported by over 1,500 professional and clinical staff. We provide a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community and prioritize employee satisfaction.

About the role

As a Physical Therapist (PT) in our Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU), you will evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. You will provide educational information to patients regarding injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy, and rehabilitation. This role involves supervising physical therapy assistants and aides while delivering individualized care plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient conditions.
• Establish and implement individualized plans of care based on patient capabilities and desires.
• Design and carry out physical treatment programs to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent physical dysfunction.
• Administer therapy interventions using standard techniques and equipment, including moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, ultrasound machines, and prosthetic/orthotic devices.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices, recommending modifications as needed.
• Direct and supervise physical therapy assistants, students, and support personnel, assessing competence and delegating tasks.
• Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy (required).
• Physical Therapist License in the state of North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (obtain within 30 days of hire).
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, and paid family leave.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement package with company match, higher education and certification tuition assistance, and loan assistance.
• Employee well-being programs: free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

Sign-on bonus of $10,000 in addition to base compensation.

Schedule

Full-time days, typically 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with variability based on department needs.