Physical Therapist-PT Meadowbrook

UVA Community Health • Culpeper, VA

12d • $38 - $59 • Onsite

About The Position

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited PT program.
• No experience necessary.
• Virginia State Therapy License, Physical Therapist Trainee in Virginia, or Compact Privilege.

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing therapy services consistent with licensure to clients including evaluation of patient, establishing plan of care, implementing treatment, directing, and educating patient and/or caregiver and documentation of the above.
• Supervise therapy assistants, technicians, students, and volunteers as applicable.
• Communicate with other health care providers regarding client care and treatment plans.
• Provide training and education for hospital staff as requested.
• Complete patient documentation in a timely manner to meet regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Attend continuing education programs and present findings to appropriate staff as applicable.
• Review and complete all insurance authorization requirements for patients in a timely manner.
• Assist with performance improvement for rehab department and hospital.
• Understand use and precautions of any treatments and equipment used.
• Positively contributes to the departmental financial performance/productivity.
• Delivers care that is consistent with the team member’s discipline in accordance with the specific therapy practice act, guidelines, and code of ethics of the respective organization, i.e., APTA, ASHA, AOTA.
• Completes patient evaluations and treatments independently while maintaining patient safety.
• Appropriately seeks guidance and assistance when necessary.
• Independently establishes/implements treatment goals and plans based on patient input and evaluation and assessment results.
• Reassesses outcomes and modifies goals and plans to meet changing needs of the patient.
• Schedules patient activities according to patient individual needs.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of clinical therapy practice by identifying continuing education needs and participating in educational opportunities.
• Provides orientation and guidance to new rehabilitation staff in work area as requested.

Benefits

• The base compensation range for this role is $37.72 - $58.89 hourly.
• Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
• Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level