Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist Opportunities supporting our In-Patient and Home Health Populations

The Physical Therapist plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatments for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases, in an effort to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing the following duties: providing education and information to patients and caregivers; participating in required discharge planning, and completing all required documentation according to policy; and directing patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience 

Minimum Required Education: A Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy with 5 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy with 10 years experience

Experience: 

In-Patient:  Previous experience preferred, but will accept new MD or PhD graduates 

Home Health:  One (1) or more years’ experience as a Physical Therapist in a Home Health environment

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

Applicants must hold a current license to practice Physical Therapy in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Applicants must also be certified to administer CPR for patients in restraints or seclusion.