Physical Therapist

8 : 15 – 4 : 45 – Primarily OP but will be expected to rotate in acute for holiday / PTO coverage and high census if needed

Aquatics and Land therapy

The Physical Therapist job is primarily responsible for the delivery of physical therapy care to the patient population to which she / he is assigned and the recording of that care in the hospital medical record.

The Physical Therapist acts as a consultant to various patient clinics, provides instruction to PT support staff, students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and / or family members. Therapists may also rotate through our various clinical service areas.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire :

Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment :

Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist

Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area

Experience REQUIRED :

New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as a Physical Therapist\

• Employee is expected to progress to a Physical Therapist

Clinician II level within two years of employment at VCUHS

Experience PREFERRED :

Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility

Education / training REQUIRED :

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Education / training PREFERRED :

Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Independent action(s) required :

Patient evaluation and implementation of plan of care, discharge planning. Ordering equipment.

Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients.

Job Type : Full-time

Expected hours : 40 per week

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty :

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule :

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating shift
• Weekends as needed

License / Certification :

• Physical Therapy License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate :

• South Hill, VA 23970 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person