Physical Therapist (PT) – Rappahannock General Hospital

About the role

Bon Secours is a faith-based and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of all people through exceptional patient care. The Physical Therapist position at Rappahannock General Hospital involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, gathering pertinent information and developing an appropriate treatment plan with specific goals.
• Responsible for ongoing assessment, efficiency of treatment plan, and revisions as needed.
• Provides direct therapy to patients daily following their plan of care and current standards of practice for Physical Therapy.
• Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to patients and family members.
• Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
• Documents all care provided, coordination of services, orders, goals, etc. in the patient’s electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provides timely co-signature for supervised physical therapy assistants, if applicable.
• Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
• Delivers efficient and effective care to patients meeting and exceeding department standards.
• Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording.

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required).
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH).
• 2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred).

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Displays general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible); Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts; Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders; Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.