Physical Therapist

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist at North Mississippi Health Services is integral to the Rehabilitation Services department. This role involves evaluating patients and creating treatment plans, ensuring competence in various therapeutic areas. The Physical Therapist collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, adheres to regulations, and maintains patient satisfaction through effective clinical decision‑making and equipment management.

Supervisory.

• Delegates authority to PTAs and technicians.
• Provides supervisory visits according to state regulations.
• Remains within monthly budget when ordering equipment and supplies.
• Charges patients appropriately and in a timely manner for treatment equipment.
• Maintains productivity level at department target.
• Evaluates and establishes treatment plan for any patient referred to Physical Therapy.
• Demonstrates skills in the following areas:
  • Evaluation
  • Therapeutic Exercise/Activity
  • Gait training
  • Cognitive skills
  • Wheelchair transfers
  • Modalities as appropriate for PT
• Attends and provides continuing education in‑services.
• Serves as mentor for new employees.
• Serves as clinical instructor after one year of experience as a clinician.
• Completes documentation according to all regulations and in a timely manner.
• Must be competent in use of computer for documentation and charging purposes.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable local, state, and federal policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations, laws, and statutes.

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy (Required)
• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy (Preferred)

• CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

• None specified.

• Demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment of neonates/infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Participate in Clinical Ladder program as applicable.
• Plan, organize, and implement patient treatment.
• Coordinate patient treatment schedule with other PTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, SLPs, and rehab technicians.
• Participate in PI projects, committees, and teams and report as appropriate.
• Establish and revise new and existing treatment protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Interact with team members, physicians, nursing personnel, social workers, payers, and other medical staff in person, by phone, and/or written communication.
• Extensive contact with patients and visitors both in person and by phone.

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently 100 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending: Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work: Occasionally
• Grasping: Frequently
• Speaking: Constantly
• Hearing: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions: Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently

• Continuing Education
• 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
• Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• License and Certification Reimbursement
• Life, Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Early Access to Earned Wages
• Tuition Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid Time Away
• Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers