The Physical Therapist provides assessments, screenings, and treatments for a caseload of patients with neurocognitive disorders using an interdisciplinary team approach. Responsibilities include supervising therapy assistants and collaborating with occupational therapists to optimize patient mobility and safety.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of North Carolina. Proficiency in safe patient handling and knowledge of physical therapy modalities are highly preferred.
professional certificatePatient AssessmentTreatment PlanningClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationSafe Patient HandlingPerson Centered PlanningPatient TransfersMechanical LiftsFalls PreventionPhysical Therapy PrinciplesSupervision of Therapy AssistantsSeating Systems Assessment
Job description
Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division O'Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Job Classification Title Physical Therapist (NS) Position Number Grade MH18 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees.
It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work The Physical Therapist will provide assessments and treatments per departmental and center policies/procedures for assigned caseload to include screenings, evaluations, consultations, planning and implementing Physical Therapy treatments and programs utilizing an interdisciplinary team process, or when a medical event has occurred requiring acute skills Physical Therapy services.
Position will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants/Technicians to assist with service delivery to include delegating and teaching therapeutic techniques, monitoring treatment plans per licensure guidelines, provision of co-treatments with other disciplines, and changing goals/plans as evaluation indicates.
The Physical Therapist will also assess in conjunction with Occupational Therapists seating systems, therapeutic equipment and support to promote mobility, optimal functioning, and safety and falls prevention, and complete comprehensive evaluations/assessments based on person center planning.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range: $71,698 - $118,304 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.
Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Considerable knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, methods, modality and their proper application.
Ability to effectively document physical therapy service delivery components/tasks.
Ability to communicate with a variety of professional and direct care staff regarding Physical Therapy services.
Ability to work in a collaborative team process.
High proficiency in safe patient handling, using mechanical lifts, and executing dependent or maximum-assist transfers safely.
Benefits
Professional Development Opportunities
Insurance
Leave Options
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
Per G.S.
126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.
This Position Is Designated Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.
We Will Be Recruiting For One Position With This Post (#60050137) About O'Berry Neuro Medical Treatment Center: O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is a specialized skilled nursing facility focused on maintaining the quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive disorders, with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs, whose level of support extends beyond what can be provided by family or in a community living setting.
Learn about us here.
Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.
We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.
Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks.
Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses.
All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, work experience, and certificates & licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidates' information. Answers to supplemental questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your applications. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the applications, to support your answers. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm prior to the closing date. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "under review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your applications. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members Degree/College Credit Verification Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Veteran's and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's preference must attach a DD-214 member-4 form (certificate of release or discharge from active duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA Accommodations Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. CONTACT INFORMATION: Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Human Resources at 919-581-4045. Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of North Carolina. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter
Jasmine
Monique
Yelverton
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