Physical Therapist (PRN)
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist (PRN Days)
- Join a Team Committed to Restoring Independence and Improving Lives
- At Ashe Memorial Hospital, our mission guides every patient interaction and every career opportunity:
“To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care.”
Recognized as Ashe County’s Best Place to Work from 2022–2025, Ashe Memorial Hospital is proud to provide exceptional care through compassionate providers, collaborative teams, and a commitment to clinical excellence.
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist (PRN – Day Shift) to join our Rehab Services team. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping patients regain mobility, restore function, and improve overall quality of life in a supportive, community-focused environment.
Position Details
- Position: Physical Therapist
- Department: Rehab Services
- Schedule: PRN | Day Shift (Monday–Friday, hours vary)
- Compensation: Based on experience
- Travel Required: None
- Supervisory Responsibilities: Some oversight of PTAs, aides, and support staff
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
- Administer therapeutic interventions to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment goals, recovery expectations, and home exercises
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), rehab aides, and support staff
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure timely charge entry
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate patient care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, departmental meetings, and staff education activities
Qualifications
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Current North Carolina Physical Therapist license
- Current CPR certification
Preferred
- Experience in pediatrics and/or neurology
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment
Why Join Ashe Memorial Hospital?
- Supportive and collaborative rehab team environment
- Opportunity to work with a diverse patient population
- Meaningful work that directly impacts patient independence and recovery
- Community-centered culture focused on quality care and compassion
- Award-winning workplace culture recognized throughout Ashe County
Additional Requirements
- Must meet vaccination requirements (approved exemptions considered where applicable)
- Successful completion of background check and drug screening required
Ready to Apply?
Interested Candidates Should Submit
- Employment Application
- Resume
Cover Letter
- Please include explanations for any gaps in employment.
- Join a healthcare team where compassion, excellence, and community come together every day.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 44% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
In North Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (583 salary observations; 1,827 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist (PRN) at Ashe Memorial Hospital a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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