Physical Therapist – Acute Care

About the role

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist – Acute Care to join our highly respected rehabilitation team in Nashville, Tennessee. This role offers the opportunity to practice at a Level 1 Trauma Center known for clinical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes comprehensive information from formal and informal assessment that is pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine a rehabilitation treatment diagnosis.
• Collaborates with stakeholders in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the rehabilitation continuum.
• Applies appropriate, evidence-based interventions to ensure effective outcomes and re-evaluates performance to assess patient's progress towards goals.
• Employs strategies to promote successful return to home, community, and school/vocational environments.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (or eligible) in the state of Tennessee.
• Acute care or hospital experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to team-based, patient-centered care.