Physical Therapist II - Outpatient Orthopedic

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Summary

UNC Therapy Services, the outpatient orthopedic therapy division of the Rehabilitation Services Department at UNC Medical Center, is now accepting applications for a Physical Therapist II - Clinical Specialist at our new UNC Therapy Services clinic in Mebane, North Carolina.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced outpatient orthopedic physical therapist to help establish and grow a new UNC Therapy Services location in one of the fastest-growing communities positioned between the western Triangle and the Triad.

The Mebane clinic is located at 202 Fieldale Road, in an established medical office setting above Graham Dermatology and near UNC Family Medicine, with convenient access to other healthcare providers, shopping, restaurants, grocery options, and major travel corridors.

The role is designed for a clinician with at least five years of expertise in outpatient orthopedics who is looking to provide high-quality, one-on-one patient care while also contributing to the growth and development of a new clinic.

This position offers the opportunity to support clinical excellence, strengthen access to UNC Health rehabilitation services in a rapidly growing region, and help shape the patient and team experience from the early stages of clinic development.

We take pride in our commitment to one-on-one care with 45-minute evaluations and treatments, ensuring a patient-centered and personalized approach. This care model allows therapists to deliver focused, high-quality care, build strong therapeutic relationships, and support optimal outcomes, which is something many candidates value when choosing to join our team.

In addition to patient care, you will have the opportunity to participate in ongoing continuing education, mentoring, community and professional outreach, process improvement, and program development initiatives. These opportunities allow you to broaden your impact and professional growth by contributing to new clinical programs, quality improvement projects, and educational outreach within and outside of our team.

This role is ideal for clinicians looking to continue providing exceptional patient care while also helping build a strong outpatient orthopedic presence in the Mebane community. The position offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, student teaching, interdisciplinary collaboration, and participation in initiatives that enhance rehabilitative care across UNC Health.

Core Responsibilities

• Advanced Patient Care: Provide expert, evidence-based rehabilitative care to patients, encompassing evaluations, treatments, planning, and ongoing assessments across orthopedic, sports, recreational, and occupational injuries, as well as geriatrics and post-surgical recovery. Deliver personalized, one-on-one care through 45-minute evaluations and treatments. Employ current and advanced treatment techniques to offer high-quality, efficient rehabilitative services. Provide both habilitation and rehabilitation, and organize patient care, prioritizing patients' needs and those of their families.
• Clinical Mentorship and Collaboration: Support clinical mentorship initiatives, including mentoring physical therapy residents, onboarding new employees, and precepting students. Serve as a resource for junior therapists and contribute to the ongoing professional development of your team.
• Broader Contributions: Participate in committees, task forces, and initiatives that address process improvements, quality care, and program development. You will have opportunities to engage in community outreach, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing education that align with your professional interests.
• Clinic Growth and Program Development: Help establish and grow UNC Therapy Services in the Mebane community by supporting clinic development, patient access, referral relationships, community engagement, and operational workflows. Contribute to the growth of a new outpatient rehabilitation site serving a rapidly expanding region, while helping shape the patient, provider, and team experience from the early stages of clinic development.
• Advanced Diagnostic Testing and Evaluations: Perform in-depth diagnostic assessments and utilize advanced testing methods to develop personalized care plans that meet patient needs. Educate peers, mentors, and students on evidence-based testing and analysis.
• Educational Engagement: Serve as a consultative resource for colleagues and contribute to educational outreach efforts. Present your knowledge and expertise in orthopedic care at internal meetings or external conferences. Serve as a resource to North Carolina government departments and statewide health professionals in specialty areas.
• Collaboration and Multidisciplinary Engagement: Work alongside educators, rehabilitation providers, physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic and coordinated care for your patients.
• Quality Improvement: Uphold the quality of clinical services through meticulous maintenance of valid and reliable records of patient procedures and progress. Engage in quality improvement initiatives alongside departmental leaders, clinical specialists, and other healthcare professionals. Play a role in continuous quality improvement efforts and lead these efforts when they align with your clinical role and professional interests.

Benefits and Growth Opportunities

At UNC Health, we provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our offerings include competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, generous retirement plans with employer matching, and a variety of wellness programs.

Employees appreciate our abundant PTO, flexible work schedules, and professional growth opportunities through continuing education, education outreach, board certification, and tuition reimbursement.

You will also have the chance to advance your career through involvement in committees, mentorship roles, and professional development opportunities, with the potential for market/merit raises. There are numerous paths to grow within our healthcare system as a clinical and rehabilitation leader, including clinical supervisor, educator, manager, and director roles.

Additionally, growth and broadening of your professional experiences within the role is possible via internal/external teaching, multidisciplinary programs, clinical leadership opportunities, and departmental initiatives.

This position also offers the unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new UNC Therapy Services clinic in Mebane, NC. As the clinic develops, the selected therapist will have the opportunity to help strengthen outpatient orthopedic access, build relationships within the local healthcare community, and support the continued expansion of UNC Health rehabilitation services in this growing region.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Onsite at UNC Therapy Services - Mebane, located at 202 Fieldale Road, Mebane, NC.

Join us in shaping the future of orthopedic therapy care at UNC Health. Apply today to continue providing exceptional patient care while contributing to the growth of UNC Therapy Services in the Mebane community and supporting the professional growth and development of your team.

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: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: UNC Therapy Services

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 is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

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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