Physical Therapist – Acute Care

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee, is a leading institution dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research. VUMC fosters an environment where employees are valued, knowledge is expanded, and abilities are challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated. The Acute Rehab PT/OT 3 department is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist – Acute Care to join their rehabilitation team. This role is ideal for clinicians passionate about acute care and seeking to grow their skills in a dynamic hospital setting at a Level 1 Trauma Center known for clinical excellence, collaboration, and innovation. The position involves providing evidence-based evaluations and treatment for hospitalized patients across diverse settings, including ICU and emergency departments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, educating patients and families, documenting care, and contributing to departmental initiatives.

Requirements

Licensed Physical Therapist (or eligible) in the state of Tennessee
Strong communication skills and commitment to team-based, patient-centered care
Has completed at least one year of clinical experience in treatment implementation.
LIC-Physical Therapy License - Tennessee
Relevant Work Experience

Nice To Haves

Acute care or hospital experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provides physical therapy services to patients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes under occasional guidance.
Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team to meet patient care, outcomes and system improvement objectives.
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.
Provide evidence-based evaluations and treatment for hospitalized patients.
Deliver care across diverse settings, including ICU and emergency department.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
Educate patients and families on mobility, safety, and discharge planning.
Document care in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Contribute to mentorship, quality improvement, and departmental initiatives.