Physical Therapist, $5K Sign On Bonus Eligible, Marshall Medical Centers North - full time - first shift
Huntsville Hospital Health System
Location
Guntersville, Alabama
Quick overview
Physical therapists diagnose and treat individuals with medical problems or health-related conditions that limit their mobility. They develop treatment plans to promote movement, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution and be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of Alabama. The position requires working with individuals of all ages to improve their functional abilities.
Job description
Overview Physical therapists (PTs) are health care professionals who diagnose and treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest, who have medical problems or other health-related conditions that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. PTs examine each individual and develop a plan using treatment techniques to promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability. In addition, PTs work with individuals to prevent the loss of mobility before it occurs by developing fitness- and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science. Formal education from an accredited institution offering training in this specialty. Licensure/Certification: Licensure by the State of Alabama as a Physical Therapist. About Us Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers. Marshall Medical Centers, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends. Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center. Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.