25 physical therapy jobs found in Chapel Hill, NC

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. Summary: UNC Hospitals Rehabilitation Services is accepting applications for a full time Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant position. Supporting our Enhanced Rehabilitation program in the acute hospital setting, the PTA will provide skilled therapeutic interventions to a diverse pation population with varying acuity levels. This person will collaborate directly with the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional patient-centered care. The selected candidate will serve as a stakeholder, assisting in the implementation and sustainment of unit based care team models to optimize patient care outcomes and best practices. Excellent time management and communication skills are required for this fast paced environment; clinical...

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. Summary: This is professional level work involving the evaluation of patient disabilities, planning, and administration of physical therapy treatments. Incumbents complete documentation instruct patients, families, and students and participate in clinical program development and management. Work is performed under general supervision with all treatments being prescribed by a physician. Responsibilities: 1. Completes PT documentation in the medical record per department guidelines and completes department records for billing and statistics 2. Manages PT caseload with efficiency and efficacy 3. Manages resources needed to perform PT treatment plan to accomplish goals set for the patient 4. Plans and coordinates clinical programs in...

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. Summary: This is complex professional level work involving the evaluation of patient disabilities, planning, and administration of physical therapy treatments. Incumbents complete documentation instruct patients and families and participate in clinical program development and management. Work is performed with all treatments being prescribed by a physician. Employees are expected to exercise initiative and discretion in formulating a program of treatments to meet the needs of individual patients. Work is reviewed and evaluated by physicians or therapist supervisors. Responsibilities: 1. Administers physical therapy treatment in a variety of modalities. Therapy includes therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, airway...

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. UNC Hospitals Rehabilitation Services is accepting applications for a full-time Acute Care Physical Therapist I position. Supporting our Enhanced Rehabilitation program in the acute hospital setting, the PT I will provide comprehensive consultations and therapeutic interventions to a diverse patient population with varying acuity levels. This person will collaborate directly with the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional patient-centered care, facilitating functional improvement and discharge planning throughout care transitions. The selected candidate will serve as a stakeholder, assisting in the implementation and sustainment of unit-based care team models to optimize patient care outcomes and best practices. Excellent time...

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. The Rehabilitation Services Department at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, NC is accepting applications for a Burn ICU and Step-down Per Diem position. The Physical Therapist will work closely with a team of experienced OTs, OTAs, PTs, and other care team members in a large volume, fast-paced acute care environment. Candidates must have excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills. Clinical experience in acute care is strongly preferred. The selected candidate will work a minimum of 1 weekend day per month. Summary: This is professional level work involving the evaluation of patient disabilities, planning, and administration of physical therapy treatments. Incumbents complete documentation instruct patients,...

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. Summary: This is complex professional level work involving the evaluation of patient disabilities, planning, and administration of physical therapy treatments. Incumbents are responsible for a specialty area and may supervise support staff. Incumbents complete documentation instruct patients, families, and students and participate in clinical program development and management. Work is performed under general supervision with all treatments being prescribed by a physician. Employees are expected to exercise initiative and discretion in formulating a program of treatments to meet the needs of individual patients. Work is reviewed and evaluated by physicians or therapist supervisors. Responsibilities: 1. Completes PT documentation in the...

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. Summary: This is professional level work involving the evaluation of patient disabilities, planning, and administration of physical therapy treatments. Incumbents complete documentation instruct patients, families, and students and participate in clinical program development and management. Work is performed under general supervision with all treatments being prescribed by a physician. Responsibilities: 1. Selects and performs appropriate Physical Therapy (PT) evaluation procedures to identify and assess problems. Sets treatment goals and devises a treatment plan. Re-evaluates and adjusts the PT treatment plan in response to the patient's changing condition and discharge plans. 2. Manages resources needed to perform PT treatment plan to...

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. Summary: UNC Hospitals Rehabilitation Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist with expertise in lymphedema care to join our multidisciplinary team at the Center for Rehabilitation Care in Chapel Hill, NC . This full-time, onsite position focuses exclusively on providing high-quality care to adult patients with lymphedema, supporting functional recovery and improving quality of life through evidence-based, patient-centered interventions. Our clinic model prioritizes 60-minute, one-on-one treatment sessions, allowing for individualized care, deeper clinical reasoning, and strong therapeutic relationships. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of experienced therapists and contribute to a...

Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: UNC Hospitals Rehabilitation Service Line is accepting applications for a PRN Pediatric Physical Therapist in an outpatient clinic with clinical experience in pediatric neurological and developmental rehabilitation; diagnoses include autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, gait disturbance, gross motor delay, orthopedic conditions, spinal cord injury, spina bifida, traumatic brain injury, torticollis, vestibular disorders, hematology/oncology and weakness. Experience with complex pediatric neurological diagnoses is preferred in this setting. Physical therapy services available to our pediatric caseloads include aquatic therapy, casting for orthotic management, wheelchair and equipment evaluations,...

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. *This position qualifies for a $5,000 Commitment Incentive paid over a two (2) year period.* Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary care team to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy aligned with patient-centered health goals. This role is integrated within the interdisciplinary clinical teams at The UNC Family Medicine Center and partners with the operational program team for UNC Hospitals’ food assistance initiative, FoodWell, to advance health equity by improving food access and supporting patients experiencing food insecurity. Family Medicine is a full-service primary care specialty that provides health care for individuals and families over the course of their lives. The...

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. *This position qualifies for a $5,000 Commitment Incentive paid over a two (2) year period.* Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary care team to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy aligned with patient-centered health goals. This role is integrated within the interdisciplinary clinical teams at The UNC Family Medicine Center and partners with the operational program team for UNC Hospitals’ food assistance initiative, FoodWell, to advance health equity by improving food access and supporting patients experiencing food insecurity. Family Medicine is a full-service primary care specialty that provides health care for individuals and families over the course of their lives. The...

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. Summary: The Clinical Dietitian works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate evidence based medical nutrition therapy that is integrated and compatible with the patient focused medical goals. Primary responsibilities include application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), through nutrition focused physical exam, nutrition/malnutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, interventions, monitoring and evaluating of the patient's progress. The Clinical Dietitian uses practice-specific dietetics as available and evidence based practice protocols/nutrition practice guidelines to help determine nutrition intervention. The Clinical Dietitian performs business functions, such as management of resources in a cost-effective...

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. Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate evidence based medical nutrition therapy that is integrated and compatible with the patient focused medical goals. Primary responsibilities include application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), through nutrition focused physical exam. Nutrition/malnutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, interventions, monitoring and evaluating of the patient's progress. The Clinical Dietitian II uses practice-specific dietetics and as available and evidence based practice protocols/nutrition practice guidelines to help determine nutrition intervention. The Clinical Dietitian II has extensive knowledge in the area of clinical practice as evidenced...

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. *This position qualifies for a $5,000 Commitment Incentive paid over a two (2) year period.* Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary care team to provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy aligned with patient-centered health goals. This role is integrated within the interdisciplinary clinical teams at The UNC Family Medicine Center and partners with the operational program team for UNC Hospitals’ food assistance initiative, FoodWell, to advance health equity by improving food access and supporting patients experiencing food insecurity. Family Medicine is a full-service primary care specialty that provides health care for individuals and families over the course of their lives. The...

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. *This position qualifies for a $5,000 Commitment Incentive paid over a two (2) year period.* Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate evidence-based medical nutrition therapy that is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused medical goals. The Clinical Dietitian II will be integrated into the multidisciplinary teams of UNC Hospitals Home Parenteral Nutrition Clinic. The Clinical Dietitian II will manage the nutrition-related needs for patients receiving home parenteral nutrition care at UNC Hospitals. Primary responsibilities include application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), through nutrition-focused physical exam. Nutrition/malnutrition assessment,...

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. *This position qualifies for a $5,000 Commitment Incentive paid over a two (2) year period.* Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate evidence-based medical nutrition therapy that is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused medical goals. The Clinical Dietitian II will be integrated into the multidisciplinary teams of UNC Hospitals Home Parenteral Nutrition Clinic. The Clinical Dietitian II will manage the nutrition-related needs for patients receiving home parenteral nutrition care at UNC Hospitals. Primary responsibilities include application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), through nutrition-focused physical exam. Nutrition/malnutrition assessment,...

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. *This position qualifies for a $5,000 Commitment Incentive paid over a two (2) year period.* Summary: The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate evidence-based medical nutrition therapy that is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused medical goals. The Clinical Dietitian II will be integrated into the multidisciplinary teams of UNC Hospitals Home Parenteral Nutrition Clinic. The Clinical Dietitian II will manage the nutrition-related needs for patients receiving home parenteral nutrition care at UNC Hospitals. Primary responsibilities include application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), through nutrition-focused physical exam. Nutrition/malnutrition assessment,...

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. Summary: This position will serve as the Art Therapist 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 who are experiencing the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or post-traumatic stress (PTS) resulting from a career serving our nation. The three-phase program will 1) evaluate and diagnose physical, cognitive, and other health conditions during a 3-day evaluation period, 2) treat these diagnoses during a 3-week intensive outpatient program, and 3) continue to check in with the Veteran for up to 12 months following program completion. In its full capacity, the program will see approximately...

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 unique opportunity to collaborate with internal and sports medicine, athletic training, audiology, speech therapy, neuropsychology, psychiatry, psychology, art therapy, and nutrition. 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. The three-phase program will 1) evaluate and diagnose physical, cognitive, and other health conditions during a 3-day evaluation period,...

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. Summary: Administers radiation therapy treatments to oncology patients. Works includes assessment, intervention, calculations, documentation and patient education. Works is performed under the general supervision of a radiation therapy supervisor and is evaluated by conformance to standards and procedures. *This position qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment. Learn more about the incentive program here: https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-program Responsibilities: 1. Administers radiation therapy in accordance with physician's instructions and the patient's treatment plan. Enters data into computer and set controls to operate and adjust...

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. Summary: The Activities Therapist plans, organizes, develops, and directs quality activities for patients, ensuring that the recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of each patient are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Activities Therapists work as members of a multidisciplinary treatment team. May organize and conduct music, art, recreation, or other therapy programs, depending on specialty. This Activity Therapist will work on our mental health team at the medical center serving the inpatient psychiatric units. This position will receive additional training related to patient mobility and safety considerations specifically targeting the older adult population....

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. We are seeking a Music Therapist with inpatient mental health experience to work on a multidisciplinary therapy team. The Music Therapist shall be responsible for assessing, developing, and implementing music therapy individual and group sessions for patients. The music therapist will utilize music therapy to support patients' emotional, mental, and physical well-being. The Music Therapist will participate in various professional growth activities and mentorship intended to develop and improve patient care delivery and departmental performance. The Music Therapist will also be encouraged to serve as a clinical educator for music therapy students. The Music Therapist shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to 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. Summary: The Certified technician provides general support to the pharmacist by receiving, reviewing, compounding and dispensing medications. All work is carried out under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist. This position qualifies for our Pharmacy Technician Incentive Program, which includes $5000 in commitment incentives spread over a two-year period. Payment is made after six months, one year, and two years of employment. Learn more about the Pharmacy Technician Incentive Program here: https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/pharmacy-technician-commitment-incentive-program Responsibilities: 1. Receives and accurately transcribes orders from prescribers under the supervision of a pharmacist. Process prescriptions in a timely order and...

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. Position qualifies for our inpatient Respiratory Care Incentive Program: $15,000 commitment incentive with a three (3) year commitment This position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) Participation in our employee referral program ($3,000 referral bonus to employees who refer other Respiratory Therapists) Summary: Under the direction of the Respiratory Therapy management and according to UNCH and departmental policies and procedures, the RT Clinical Specialist is responsible for all aspects of patient care within their designated service line or intensive care unit. The Clinical Specialist is also responsible for collaborating with RNs, physicians, and other members of the...