The physical therapist evaluates, plans, and administers physical therapy programs to restore patient function and prevent disability in an acute care setting. They also document patient progress, coordinate care with clinical staff, and provide supervision to physical therapist assistants and rehab aides.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and possess a valid North Carolina Physical Therapy license. Additionally, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required per policy guidelines.
Information: Varies Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30 This position is sign on bonus eligible for new Atrium Health teammates. In addition, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and a Career Advancement Ladder. Are you a passionate physical therapy professional looking for your next opportunity? Consider joining our community in Shelby, North Carolina—where professional growth meets an exceptional quality of life. Why Shelby? Shelby offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and easy access to big-city amenities and natural beauty.
Close to
Charlotte: Located less than an hour from Charlotte, you’ll enjoy access to a bustling city with professional sports, world-class dining, and vibrant cultural events. Whether you’re looking for career networking, continuing education opportunities, or a weekend adventure, the Queen City is just a short drive away.
Gateway to the
Blue
Ridge
Mountains: Shelby is also just a scenic 60-minute drive from the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. Spend your days off exploring hiking trails, enjoying peaceful mountain retreats, or taking in stunning views. It's the perfect escape to recharge and reconnect with nature.
Affordable
Living and
Community
Spirit: Live in a welcoming, close-knit community with affordable housing, excellent schools, and a safe, family-friendly environment. Shelby’s charm is complemented by its cultural activities, like the Earl Scruggs Center and local music festivals. Shelby, North Carolina, isn’t just a place to work—it’s a place to thrive. Ready to join us? Let’s make it happen! Job Summary Evaluates, plans, directs and administers programs of Physical Therapy (PT) in an inpatient acute level setting, upon referral by the physician. Plans and conducts PT programs to restore function, prevent disability, and help patients reach their maximum level of independence Essential Functions Provides direct therapy services to patients admitted to a level of care where service provision is required 7 days a week, including holidays. Evaluates patients, selects and administers assessment techniques, synthesizes information to establish appropriate patient care plan to include necessary modalities, procedures, exercise programs, therapeutic groups and patient education as warranted by a holistic view of the patient's diagnosis, condition, age, and discharge needs. Gathers and interprets appropriate data from the medical record, physician reports, patient, and/or family as evidenced by documentation. Documents evaluations, tests, progress notes, daily treatment notes, attendance records, patient/family education, outcomes, discharge notes, and charges as needed. Communicates patient's evaluation and subsequent progress to physician, referral sources, and other clinical staff, coordinates patient's schedule and treatment programs, and discharge planning. Provides supervision of PTA's and Rehab Tech/Aide as required for licensure. Physical Requirements Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication. Vision (corrected) adequate for reading. Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills to perform job duties. Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day. Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and reaching overhead. Lifting of patients, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally. Able to laterally transfer patients 100 pounds rarely. Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers. Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns, and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids. Work is in a fast-paced clinical environment. The work environment is primarily indoors but occasionally outdoors. Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy program required. NC license for Physical Therapy required. BLS required per policy guidelines.
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Flexible spending accounts
Financial wellness programs
Educational assistance program
Adoption assistance
Sign-on bonus
Employer match
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Commitment to
You:
Advocate
Health offers a comprehensive suite of
Total
Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.
Combined,
Advocate and
Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care
