Physical Therapist II - THRIVE Program

Job Description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

THRIVE is a multidisciplinary clinic consisting of a team deeply committed to meeting the needs of veterans and first responders. This position provides the opportunity to collaborate with internal and sports medicine, athletic training, audiology, speech therapy, neuropsychology, psychiatry, psychology, art therapy, and nutrition.

Summary:
This position will serve as the Physical Therapist II for the Transforming Health & Resilience in Veterans (THRIVE) Program. The THRIVE Program will be a community-based clinical outreach program designed to provide care to Veterans and First Responders who are experiencing the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or post-traumatic stress (PTS) resulting from a career serving our nation.
THRIVE is a three-phase program designed to support Veterans through evaluation, treatment, and long-term follow-up. The program includes:

1. A 3-day assessment to evaluate physical, cognitive, and other health conditions.
2. A 3-week intensive outpatient treatment program.
3. Ongoing follow-ups for up to 12 months post-completion.

This role involves evaluating patient disabilities, planning and administering physical therapy treatments, and participating in clinical program development. Responsibilities may include supervising support staff, documenting patient progress, and educating patients and families. Work is performed under general supervision, with all treatments prescribed by a physician. THRIVE also utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic testing for vestibular dysfunctions, with onsite training available.

An ideal candidate brings experience providing trauma-informed care, has an interest in evaluating and treating mild traumatic brain injuries with emphasis on vestibular rehabilitation and spine rehabilitation.

• Experience in vestibular rehabilitation evaluation and treatment, including mild traumatic brain injury and concussion, is preferred. Experience with the use of a video-oculography and computerized dynamic post-urography (CDP) equipment is a plus.
• Experience working in inpatient or outpatient neurological rehab
• Patient-centered care
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting

Responsibilities:

1. Diagnostic Testing - Administers basic & complex diagnostic tests and evaluations in the area of Vestibular Physical Therapy for the treatment of mobility disorders and related impairments. On-site training available.
2. Education - Teach & supervise graduate Physical Therapy students. Develops or contributes to innovative programs to enhance patient care.
3. Evaluation of Care - Analyzes results of diagnostic and or therapeutic testing to establish patient goals and or modify subsequent treatment programs. Identifies expected patient outcomes. Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care.
4. Implementation-- Selects and applies current and advanced techniques to provide quality and efficient rehabilitative services. Provides habilitation/rehabilitation and maintenance of persons with mobility-related impairments. Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs.
5. Participation - Contributes to the quality of clinical services through attendance and participation in departmental meetings and in-services.
6. Quality-Contributes to the quality of clinical services through the maintenance of valid & reliable records of patient procedures & progress. Participates in quality improvement initiatives with the clinical specialist and other healthcare professionals. Participates in continuous quality improvement efforts in conjunction with the department director.

Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:
● Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of North Carolina.
● BLS
Professional Experience Requirements:
● Five (5) years of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist, including one (1) year in the specialty field.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
● Advanced level clinical skills as evidenced by specialty certifications, additional training and/or expertise in a given clinical specialty.
● Exhibits effective communication and interprofessional skills; requires physical stamina and repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, sitting, standing, kneeling, walking, and squatting during patient interventions while supporting one's weight; can engage in high-level problem-solving to ensure patient safety during mobilization.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC Health Medical Group

Organization Unit: Thrive Program

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $38.55 - $55.43 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by UNC Physicians Network Group Practices, a private, for-profit subsidiary of UNC Health Care System.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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