Physical Therapist
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Job Description
Position Summary
FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center.
Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.
*$10,000 Sign-on bonus
*Relocation assistance determined at time of offer
*Educational Loan Assistance determined at time of offer
*Free FirstHealth Fitness Membership
Employee Benefits
At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive.
Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals.
You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security.
These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!
Sign On Bonus and Relocation Assistance available.
Join our dynamic outpatient rehabilitation team located within our state-of-the-art Health and Fitness Center. We’re seeking a passionate and patient-focused Physical Therapist who thrives in a collaborative, wellness-oriented environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to integrate traditional therapy with advanced fitness and aquatic modalities, supporting patients in achieving their highest level of function and quality of life.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a vibrant, wellness-focused environment.
- Access to top-tier equipment and facilities.
- Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth.
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients every day.
Responsibilities
Physical Therapist Job Summary
- Deliver personalized, one-on-one therapy sessions ranging from 30 to 60 minutes.
- Utilize cutting-edge strength and cardio equipment to enhance patient outcomes.
- Incorporate aquatic therapy in our on-site pool to support diverse rehabilitation needs.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Occasional acute care coverage opportunities exist to further expand your clinical experience.
Qualifications
Physical Therapist Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
- Current North Carolina Physical Therapist License.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience or interest in aquatic therapy and fitness-based rehabilitation is a plus.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
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, 66% 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 at FirstHealth of the Carolinas a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,005 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
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