Make a meaningful difference through individualized care.

Carolina Pediatric Therapy is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to provide evaluations, equipment consultation, and ongoing therapeutic support for residents across the lifespan at Irene Wortham Center. This unique opportunity allows you to use your clinical expertise to improve residents’ functional mobility, positioning, comfort, safety, and participation in daily activities.

This role is ideal for a PT who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and finding practical solutions that support each resident’s individual needs.

What You’ll Do

• Complete physical therapy evaluations to assess residents’ functional mobility, positioning, physical abilities, and individual support needs.
• Conduct equipment assessments to identify appropriate adaptive equipment and mobility solutions that promote safety, comfort, access, and participation.
• Recommend and implement equipment modifications to improve fit, function, positioning, and usability, in collaboration with caregivers and other team members.
• Participate in Individual Program Plan (IPP) meetings to share clinical recommendations, discuss resident goals, and contribute to coordinated care planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop practical strategies that support residents’ daily routines, independence, and quality of life.
• Provide recommendations and education to staff and caregivers regarding positioning, mobility, equipment use, and safe handling as appropriate.

What We’re Looking For

• Current North Carolina Physical Therapist license in good standing.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in adaptive equipment, positioning, functional mobility, and individualized care.
• Ability to communicate recommendations clearly and collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• A compassionate, person-centered approach that respects each resident’s abilities, preferences, and goals.
• Experience with developmental disabilities, complex physical needs, seating and mobility, or adaptive equipment is preferred.

Why Carolina Pediatric Therapy?

At Carolina Pediatric Therapy, we believe meaningful therapy starts with understanding the individual and working collaboratively to find solutions that make a difference in everyday life.

This part-time position offers the opportunity to apply your PT expertise in a specialized setting, build relationships with an interdisciplinary team, and make a tangible impact on residents’ comfort, function, and quality of life.

Interested in learning more? We’d love to connect with you about this unique opportunity.