Physical Therapist -Full Time

Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc.•Harrisonburg, VA

12d•$43 - $47

About The Position

VMRC is a Christ-centered, nonprofit continuing care retirement community serving older adults through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, wellness programs, educational opportunities, and arts and cultural activities. The Physical Therapist assesses, plans, organizes, and administers rehabilitative programs to improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury. The role restores patient function, alleviates pain, and helps prevent disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy. The therapist evaluates patients’ mobility, strength, test results, and current function to set attainable goals, develops individualized treatment plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription, and adjusts care based on progress. The position also includes documenting and reporting patient progress and developing post-treatment plans, including appropriate in-home care services. VMRC describes its workplace as inclusive and purpose-driven, guided by service, justice, peacebuilding, and stewardship values. The stated pay range is $43.00–$47.00.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
Current state Physical Therapist license.
CPR certification.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Time management.
Critical thinking.
Sound judgment and decision-making.
Active listening.
Service orientation.
Social perceptiveness.
Compassionate instruction.

Nice To Haves

2–3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Assess and interpret evaluations, test results, mobility, strength, and current function levels to establish realistic, attainable goals.
Plan, organize, and administer medically prescribed physical therapy to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disabilities.
Develop individualized Plans of Treatment with short- and long-term goals, collaborating with staff and involving patients and caregivers; determine plans in consultation with physicians or by prescription.
Administer treatment plans on a consistent schedule and adjust treatment based on patient progress.
Help patients achieve goals through manual exercises, massages, and necessary equipment.
Evaluate and record patient progress, modify treatment plans, and incorporate new treatments as needed.
Assess prosthetic and orthotic devices for use, fit, and progress, and recommend adjustments or modifications.
Document patient care services according to approved medical and facility procedures.
Report patient progress to patients, caregivers, loved ones, facility staff, and involved healthcare professionals.
Develop post-treatment plans, including appropriate in-home care services, when the Plan of Treatment is complete.

Benefits

Medical insurance with prescription coverage for eligible team members working 30 or more hours per week.
Dental and vision plans.
403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company match after one year.
Paid time off; full-time employees accrue over 230 hours in year one, with cash-out options.
Pre-kindergarten expense subsidy, subject to eligibility.
Access to earned wages before the scheduled payday.
Company-paid short-term disability for full-time employees and optional long-term disability.
Company-paid life insurance, with supplemental coverage options.
Flexible Spending Account with a company contribution.
Free or discounted membership to the on-site Wellness Center.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarships.
Employee meal discounts.
Healthy You program and RARE employee recognition committee.
Free Employee Assistance Program.
Referral bonuses.
Some roles may offer loan forgiveness, shift differentials, and signing bonuses.
Discounts through Tickets at Work at more than 1,000 vendors.
10% discounts at local businesses.