ECU Health About ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital is a 114-bed community hospital located in Ahoskie. Serving four nearby counties, the 15-bed emergency department sees approximately 18,000 patients per year. ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital provides a wide range of health services, including medical, surgical and radiation oncology. In addition, the Wound Healing and Pain Management clinics serve as referral centers for neighboring ECU Health hospitals and providers. Ahoskie, NC is ideally located an hour from the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area and two hours from Raleigh, Richmond, Williamsburg, and the beautiful Outer Banks of NC. Ahoskie offers a moderate cost of living, a strong sense of community, and a temperate climate and location to support a variety of year round outdoor activities, such as boating, kayaking, hunting, fishing, hiking, and golf. Position Summary The Physical Therapist (PT) provides direct patient care by evaluation and treatment in patient population served according to age and condition. As a Physical Therapist, you will actively seek to improve knowledge and skills of self and others, provide appropriate leadership, and meet competency requirements. Will also be involved in team dynamics and participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate. Minimum Requirements Graduation with Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree from an APTA Accredited school of Physical Therapy Current valid license or eligible for licensure for Physical Therapy by The North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Less than three years of licensure Other Information 40 hours a week Monday - Friday (8 am - 5 pm) Acute Care coverage every 3rd Saturday (8 am - 12 pm) Career Level Availibility Great Benefits General Statement It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant's qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint. Contact Information For additional information, please contact: Tavis Richardson, Talent Acquisition Consultant ECU Health Talent Acquisition Email:<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?wLOT0gE6zAlDiNi6s6wC%2fQz" width="0" height="0" />

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides direct patient care through evaluation and treatment, actively improving knowledge and skills. Responsibilities include leadership, competency requirements, and participation in team dynamics and interdisciplinary activities.

**Physical Therapist (PT)**

**Location:** Ahoskie, North Carolina

**Job Description:**

- Provide direct patient care through evaluation and treatment for patients based on age and condition.
- Actively seek to improve knowledge and skills for self and others.
- Provide appropriate leadership and meet competency requirements.
- Involved in team dynamics and participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.

**Requirements:**

- Graduation with Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree from an APTA Accredited school of Physical Therapy.
- Current valid license or eligible for licensure for Physical Therapy by The North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
- Less than three years of licensure.

**Other Information:**

- 40 hours a week.
- Monday - Friday (8 am - 5 pm).
- Acute Care coverage every 3rd Saturday (8 am - 12 pm).
- Career Level Availability.
- Great Benefits.

**Community Overview:**

Ahoskie, NC, is ideally located an hour from the Norfolk/Virginia Beach area and two hours from Raleigh, Richmond, Williamsburg, and the beautiful Outer Banks of NC. Ahoskie offers a moderate cost of living, a strong sense of community, and a temperate climate to support a variety of year-round outdoor activities, such as boating, kayaking, hunting, fishing, hiking, and golf.

Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care

ECU Health About ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital is a 114-bed community hospital located in Ahoskie. Serving four nearby counties, the 15-bed emergency department sees approximately 18,000 patients per year. ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital provides a wide range of health services, including medical, surgical and radiation oncology. In addition, the Wound Healing and Pain Management clinics serve as referral centers for neighboring ECU Health hospitals and providers. Position Summary Provides direct patient care by evaluation and treatment in patient population served according to age and condition. Actively seeks to improve knowledge and skills of self and others. Provides appropriate leadership. Meets competency requirements. Will also be involved in team dynamics and participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate. Responsibilities 1. Provides direct patient care by evaluating, setting goals, designing treatment programs, performing treatments, re-evaluating and modifying treatments, participating in discharge planning and providing patient/caregiver education for patients whom the therapist is qualified to treat, according to age and condition, by virtue of training and orientation. Adjusts work load to meet the demands of patient care including the alteration of scheduled work hours including weekends. Is responsible for the safety of patients assigned while they are in the patient treatment areas and is aware of the overall safety conditions in the areas. Unsafe conditions or actions are to be corrected and /or reported to appropriate management staff. Actively participates in supervising students as deemed appropriate by the supervisor/clinical coordinator. 2. Completes documentation requirements promptly, accurately and thoroughly according to policies. Communicates and interacts with other health care professionals, patient/caregiver according to age group and background in an appropriate and timely manner through verbal, written or nonverbal. 3. Meets clinical productivity standards. Actively seeks to improve knowledge and skills by attendance at inservices and continuing education programs and shares such knowledge and skills with others. Additional training/certification as deemed necessary to practice in a specialty area as dictated by patients' ages or conditions. 4. Assists in the development, revision, implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures. Attends and participates in all mandatory inservices/meetings. Assists in the orientation of personnel. Actively participates in: establishment of program goals and objective, establishment of program budget, staff utilization including the supervision and delegation of portions of patient care to appropriate personnel, space allocation, quality improvement and program development. 5. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements - Graduation with Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree from an APTA Accredited school of Physical Therapy. - Current valid license or eligible for licensure for Physical Therapy by The North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners General Statement It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position. Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant's qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?rQb6J2WpvKULzseXVVFM6Qa" width="0" height="0" />

The role involves providing direct patient care through evaluation, treatment, goal setting, and discharge planning, ensuring patient safety, and completing documentation promptly. Responsibilities include supervising students, meeting clinical productivity standards, enhancing skills through education, and participating in policy development and program improvement.

**ECU Health Physical Therapist**

**Job Description:**

- Provides direct patient care by evaluation and treatment in patient population served according to age and condition.
- Actively seeks to improve knowledge and skills of self and others.
- Provides appropriate leadership and meets competency requirements.
- Involved in team dynamics and participates in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.

**Responsibilities:**

- Evaluate patients, set goals, design treatment programs, perform treatments, re-evaluate and modify treatments.
- Participate in discharge planning and provide patient/caregiver education.
- Ensure patient safety in treatment areas and correct/report unsafe conditions.
- Complete documentation promptly, accurately, and thoroughly.
- Communicate and interact with other healthcare professionals and patient/caregivers appropriately.
- Meet clinical productivity standards.
- Assist in policy development, revision, implementation, and enforcement.
- Participate in mandatory inservices/meetings and orientation of personnel.
- Contribute to program goals, budgeting, staff utilization, and quality improvement.

**Requirements:**

- Graduation with a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree from an APTA Accredited school of Physical Therapy.
- Current valid license or eligible for licensure for Physical Therapy by The North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

**Community Overview:**

ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital is a 114-bed community hospital located in Ahoskie, serving four nearby counties. The hospital offers a wide range of health services and specialized clinics, providing a vital resource for the community. Located in a region with a rich cultural and historical backdrop, it offers a fulfilling lifestyle with diverse opportunities for engagement and growth.

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