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The Physical Therapist is primarily responsible for delivering physical therapy care to the assigned patient population and documenting this care in the hospital medical record.
The 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 rotate through 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
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 actions required:
* Patient evaluation and implementation of plan of care, discharge planning
* Ordering equipment
* Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences
* Scheduling and charging patients
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
* May supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers
* Participates in a self-directed team, applying knowledge to daily problem solving, escalating unresolved issues to management
Additional position requirements:
* Work hours will be established with your specific manager and may include weekends and holidays based on staffing needs
Age Specific groups served:
Pediatrics, Adolescence, Adults, Geriatrics
Physical Requirements:
* Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.
* Activities: Bending, walking, climbing, reaching, repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory:
* Recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speaking clearly, writing legibly, reading, logical thinking
Emotional:
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment, handle multiple priorities, adapt to change, and manage customer interactions
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