Internal Travel Physical Therapist

Company: CarolinaEast Health System
Location: New Bern
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

About CarolinaEast Medical Center
CarolinaEast Health System is dedicated to quality and compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. The flagship of the health system is a 350 bed full service medical center housing a complete complement of inpatient and outpatient services with the latest technology. CarolinaEast Health System employs 2,600 dedicated team members. We have physician practices in various specialties spanning four counties. Our employees create a culture of excellence that connects our patients to the same level of care that is usually found at larger medical centers while maintaining a friendly, community feel throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees as well as benefits to part time plus and part time employees.
Job Summary:
The Physical Therapist performs evaluations and implements physical therapy treatment programs in accordance with evidence-based practice to provide quality rehabilitative services that restore function and promote maximum functional mobility. The Physical Therapist plays an integral role in the healthcare team while contributing quality clinical service and acting as a resource for other clinical staff. All duties and responsibilities are to be carried out with empathy and compassion toward patients and their families, as well as toward co-workers.
Minimum Requirements:
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the staff member's assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the patient's age, specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's departmental policies and procedures. BS, MS, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from a program accredited by The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), or equivalent Licensed or eligible for licensure by the state of North Carolina.

*THIS POSITION IS FOR A 13-WEEK CONTRACT ASSIGNMENT*
Salary will be $70.00 per hour plus applicable shift differential
Contract employees will be assigned to specific divisions. To qualify, candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in that specialty area.
40 hours per week/80 hours per pay period
8-hour shifts or unit designated work hours
Scheduled based on the needs of the unit
This position is temporary and not eligible for benefits
Hired for a 13-week contract not to exceed 26 weeks
Salary Min: $32.17 Salary Max: $49.86

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