Catawba·Hickory, North Carolina
Evaluates patients to maximize functional mobility and develops comprehensive treatment plans to promote independent function. Additionally, provides wellness services and supervises the clinical activities of PTAs and non-licensed staff.
Summary of Performance Expectations.
Evaluates patients referred for physical therapy to maximize functional mobility and promote return to independent level of function.
Develops, communicates, coordinates, implements, monitors and revises treatment plan with goal of maximizing patient’s capabilities.
Also provides prevention and wellness services, including screenings and health promotion.
Supervises clinical activities of PTAs and non-licensed personnel.
Required Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy. Current NC license or licensure from a compact state. BCLS for healthcare providers or completion of BCLS from the American Heart Association within three months of employment date.
Preferred Master’s degree in Physical Therapy or higher.
Required No previous experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within three months of employment date.
Preferred One year experience
As the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital, we exist to heal and comfort patients, to promote and foster a healthier community, and to ensure access to healthcare to all who need it - regardless of ability to pay. With a wide array of medical specialties, our skilled nurses and providers are trained to treat virtually any type of injury or illness, providing high-quality, easily accessible healthcare close to home.
Exceptional Healthcare. Every Person. Every Time.
Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a wide range of services from experienced medical specialists capable of addressing virtually any healthcare concern. Our current hospital holds 258 beds and serves the five-county Hickory area. Through our skilled medical practitioners and our highly trained staff, we strive to provide the highest level of medical expertise using the latest, state-of-the-art technology available.
One of our goals at Catawba Valley Medical Center is to provide seamless care between your primary care provider and our hospital. Being a part of a vast healthcare network allows for easier and more efficient communication between local physicians, medical specialists and our hospital. No one should have to travel far for the expert level medical treatment they need. We work with a plethora of medical specialists capable of diagnosing, treating and operating on a wide variety of conditions.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, a current NC or compact state license, and BCLS certification. A Master's degree and one year of experience are preferred, though no previous experience is required for entry.
Market context
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