Physical Therapist - Acute Care - PRN - Weekends

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist is primarily responsible for the delivery of physical therapy care to the patient population to which she/he is assigned and the recording of that 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 our various clinical service areas.

Requirements

• Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist.
• Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy.

Nice To Haves

• Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility.
• Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy care to assigned patient population.
• Record care in the hospital medical record.
• Act as a consultant to various patient clinics.
• Provide instruction to PT support staff, students, and personnel of other disciplines.
• Evaluate patients and implement plans of care.
• Order equipment as needed.
• Represent the department at rounds and discharge conferences.
• Schedule and charge patients.

Benefits

• Weekend and holiday coverage required based on unit's organizational and staffing needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees