Physical Therapist – O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center

Job Classification Title

Physical Therapist (NS)

Grade

MH18

Salary Grade Range

$71,698 - $118,304

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Classification

Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.

Overtime/Adverse Weather

Position is mandated and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will provide assessments and treatments per departmental and center policies/procedures for assigned caseload to include screenings, evaluations, consultations, planning and implementing Physical Therapy treatments and programs utilizing an interdisciplinary team process, or when a medical event has occurred requiring acute skills Physical Therapy services.

Position will supervise Physical Therapy Assistants/Technicians to assist with service delivery to include delegating and teaching therapeutic techniques, monitoring treatment plans per licensure guidelines, provision of co‑treatments with other disciplines, and changing goals/plans as evaluation indicates.

The Physical Therapist will also assess in conjunction with Occupational Therapists seating systems, therapeutic equipment and support to promote mobility, optimal functioning, and safety and falls prevention, and complete comprehensive evaluations/assessments based on person centered planning.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Considerable knowledge of physical therapy principles, techniques, methods, modality and their proper application.
• Ability to effectively document physical therapy service delivery components/tasks.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of professional and direct care staff regarding Physical Therapy services.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team process.
• High proficiency in safe patient handling, using mechanical lifts, and executing dependent or maximum‑assist transfers safely.

Requirements

Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of North Carolina.

Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre‑employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility’s Vaccination Policy.

About O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center

O’Berry Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is a specialized skilled nursing facility focused on maintaining the quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive disorders, with co‑existing complex medical and behavioral needs, whose level of support extends beyond what can be provided by family or in a community living setting.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.