Location & Practice Overview

The position is based at the Senior CommUnity Care of North Carolina PACE center in Durham. Services extend to participants living in select areas of Durham, Wake, and Granville counties and are provided in the Day Center, private homes, and nursing facilities.

Practice Model Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
Primary Site Durham PACE Center
Service Locations Day Center, in-home, and nursing home settings
Service Area Durham, Wake, and portions of Granville counties
Organizational Affiliation Volunteers of America National Services

Responsibilities

  • Conduct an in-person initial comprehensive physical therapy assessment on every participant at enrollment and perform reassessments at least every six months or as needed.
  • Provide clinical evaluation and treatment at acute, restorative, or maintenance levels in the Day Center, nursing home, or in-home setting.
  • Develop treatment plans, implement physical therapy procedures, grade activities to support identified goals, and educate participants on precautions.
  • Assess need for adaptive durable medical equipment, specialized shoes, orthotics, braces, and prosthetics; recommend items to the team and evaluate fit of newly issued devices.
  • Assist with ordering, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of durable medical equipment.
  • Participate in Interdisciplinary Team meetings, communicate participant changes, and serve as liaison with nursing home and assisted living staff regarding therapy needs.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Center Manager. The therapist integrates the physical therapy plan into the Interdisciplinary Team plan of care.

Qualifications & Requirements

The following credentials and conditions are required.

Education
Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
License
Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice
Experience
Minimum one year working with a frail or elderly population
Clearances
Background check clearance; medical clearance for communicable diseases and current immunizations before direct participant contact
Transportation
Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is structured for the 32-hour weekly schedule. A hiring bonus is included with the offer.

  • Compensation: $85,000–$100,000 per year for 32 hours per week
  • $3,000 hiring bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and sick days)
  • Career scholarships, quality training, continuing education, and leadership programs

Schedule & Work Environment

Weekly Hours 32 hours (64-hour pay period)
Workdays Monday through Thursday
Daily Schedule 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Weekends Not part of the standard schedule
Primary Work Sites PACE Day Center, participant homes, and nursing facilities

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Participants are older adults enrolled in the PACE program who require a nursing-home level of care yet can live safely in the community with coordinated support.

Age Group Adults 55 and older
Population Frail or elderly individuals with complex functional needs
Living Situation Community-dwelling with program support to remain at home
Care Levels Acute, restorative, and maintenance
Encounter Settings Day Center, private residences, nursing homes, and assisted living

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical work centers on restoring and maintaining mobility and function so participants can continue living safely in the community.

Evaluation Initial comprehensive assessment and periodic reassessments
Treatment Scope Acute, restorative, and maintenance physical therapy
Equipment Support Durable medical equipment, orthotics, specialized footwear, braces, and prosthetics
Plan Integration Physical therapy plans incorporated into the Interdisciplinary Team plan of care

Role Highlights

Several structural features set this opening apart from many clinic- or hospital-based physical therapy positions.

  • Four-day workweek (Monday–Thursday) at 32 hours with no weekend requirement in the standard schedule
  • Therapy delivered across Day Center, home, and nursing-facility environments within one program
  • Active participation in Interdisciplinary Team meetings and shared plan-of-care development
  • Hands-on involvement with durable medical equipment from assessment through fitting and maintenance

About Senior CommUnity Care of North Carolina

Senior CommUnity Care of North Carolina operates a PACE program that helps older adults in Durham, Wake, and portions of Granville counties remain in their homes through coordinated medical, therapeutic, and social services. It is part of Volunteers of America National Services. The Durham center houses primary care, rehabilitation therapies, adult day health services, transportation, and home-care coordination under one roof.

Organization Type PACE provider
Parent Organization Volunteers of America National Services
Center Address 5400 South Miami Boulevard, Suite 150, Durham, NC
Mission Focus Supporting nursing-home-eligible seniors to live independently in the community
Care Team Interdisciplinary team that includes primary care, nursing, therapies, social work, and support staff

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I need to travel to participants’ homes and nursing facilities?
Yes. Physical therapy services are provided in the Day Center, in participants’ homes, and in nursing or assisted-living settings as needed. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.
How often must reassessments be completed?
An in-person physical therapy reassessment is required at least every six months, or more frequently when clinical changes indicate the need.
What is the therapist’s role with durable medical equipment?
The therapist assesses need, makes recommendations to the Interdisciplinary Team, assists with ordering and inventory, and evaluates the fit and appropriateness of newly issued orthotics, shoes, braces, and prosthetics.
How does the therapist interact with the rest of the care team?
The Physical Therapist functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, attends regular team meetings, communicates participant changes, and integrates the therapy plan into the overall plan of care.
Is professional development support available?
Yes. Benefits include career scholarships, quality training, continuing education, and leadership programs.
What is the exact weekly schedule?
The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 32 hours per week (64-hour pay period).

Physical Therapist in Durham, NC

Senior CommUnity Care of North Carolina is hiring a Physical Therapist for its Durham PACE center. The role is structured as a 32-hour week, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and includes a $3,000 hiring bonus. The therapist evaluates and treats older adults who meet nursing-home level-of-care criteria yet remain in the community, working across the Day Center, participants’ homes, and nursing facilities. Treatment plans cover acute, restorative, and maintenance needs and are coordinated through the Interdisciplinary Team. Applicants must hold a current North Carolina Physical Therapist license, have graduated from an APTA-approved program, and bring at least one year of experience with a frail or elderly population. Compensation for the reduced-hour schedule is $85,000–$100,000 annually, accompanied by medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) plan, paid time off, and access to training and scholarship programs. A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass background and health clearances are required. The organization operates as part of Volunteers of America National Services and focuses on helping seniors in Durham, Wake, and portions of Granville counties continue living at home with comprehensive support.

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