Physical Therapist- Outpatient Rehab

About the role

The Physical Therapist (PT) confirms and interprets physician referrals, performs patient assessments and plans and implements individualized treatment programs taking into account the patient's developmental and/or chronological age and medical diagnoses in accordance with the regulations governing the principles and practice of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based upon physician referral and age-appropriate assessment taking into consideration the patient’s developmental/chronological age and medical diagnoses when planning/implementing treatment programs designed to achieve goals set in conjunction with the patient and/or family member.
• Collaborates with other therapy staff, support staff, volunteers and students to achieve efficient clinical activity and quality patient care.
• Documents in the patient’s medical record, and completes other patient care-related forms in compliance with regulatory agencies and department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) as provided by State of Virginia licensure/practice standards and Federal regulations.
• Orients new employees and may provide guidance to volunteers, students, support, or contract staff.
• Communicates with persons who have similar or different functions inside or outside the organization.
• Suggests cost containment initiatives in immediate work unit/department.
• Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age specific needs and provides care according to departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of approved school of Physical Therapy. Bachelor's degree as Physical Therapist and 5 years of experience, OR Master's or Doctorate degree required.
• Licensure/Certification: Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy. AHA BLS-certified (from a Carilion approved program) within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Experience: Experience in site specific level of care preferred but not required. For Home Health positions one year of clinical experience required.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required.

Skills

• Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
• Ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus eligible.

Pay

• $39.00 - $62.40

Schedule

• Full time.
• Shift Day (United States of America).