Physical Therapist
Highlands, North Carolina
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (PT) - Travel Position

Location: Highlands, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work setting includes Acute care and Eckerd Living Center (ELC) nursing home.
• Facility offers 24 acute/swing beds, 40 nursing home beds, and 10 skilled beds within the nursing home.
• Patient care provided in various settings: patient rooms, hallways, outdoor areas, and rehab gym.
• Typical rehab equipment available; new rehab gym planned with outdoor gym in development.
• Clinicians have full access to both the nursing home and rehab gyms.
• Schedule: 40 hours per week; schedule details to be discussed during interview.
• Floating required between acute/swing, nursing home, and outpatient services as needed.

Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy
• Years of Experience: Minimum 3 years preferred in a medical setting (hospital and/or nursing home).
• Certifications:

  • CPR (BLS) certification required
  • North Carolina Physical Therapy license required
• Experience with physical therapy evaluations, establishing plans of care, assisting with rounds and care conferences.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with rehab team regarding patient progress, equipment needs, and discharge planning.

Work Environment & Culture

• Collaborative and supportive rehab team focused on best patient care.
• Stroke-certified hospital with a rehab focus.
• Nursing home facility is 5-star rated.
• Positive staff culture with frequent celebrations and recognition events.

Additional Information

• Documentation systems used: Cerner and NetHealth.
• Dress code: Business casual or scrubs.
• Unit staffing includes unit secretaries and tech support.
• Rehab services include PT, OT, and SLP disciplines.

Summary

This travel PT role offers a dynamic work environment across acute care, nursing home, and outpatient rehab settings in a community-focused hospital. The position requires at least 3 years of PT experience in medical settings, NC licensure, and CPR certification. The facility supports professional growth with new gym facilities and a collaborative team culture.