Autonomous Physical Therapist – Geriatrics & Rehab

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Phoenix (AZ); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs’ Phoenix VA Health Care System is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide independent assessment and treatment within PM&R services. This role supports inpatients, outpatients, and community-based clinics with evidence-based care and patient-centered planning.

Applicants must hold an active PT license and meet CAPTE accreditation requirements. The staff PT may supervise students and PTAs, contributing to education and clinical training within a

Qualifications

• Citizenship per federal requirements (US)
• Education options: Bachelor's/ Master’s/ Doctorate in Physical Therapy
• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited program
• Full, current, unrestricted PT license in US state/DC/territory
• English proficiency for direct patient care of VA patients

Responsabilités

• Provide autonomous assessment and treatment to inpatients and outpatients.
• Perform comprehensive examinations and evaluations across musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, and related systems.
• Interpret findings, select tests and measures, and integrate into care plan.
• Establish PT diagnosis and determine appropriate interventions or referrals.
• Set functional goals with patient preferences to optimize outcomes and independence.

Connaissances

Autonomous decisions

Examination & evaluation

Diagnosis & intervention

Clinical prognosis

Oversight of PTAs/Students

Formation

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy

Master's in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Description du poste

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs’ Phoenix VA Health Care System is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide independent assessment and treatment within PM&R services. This role supports inpatients, outpatients, and community-based clinics with evidence-based care and patient-centered planning.

Applicants must hold an active PT license and meet CAPTE accreditation requirements. The staff PT may supervise students and PTAs, contributing to education and clinical training within a