Fee Basis - Physical Therapist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Reno (NV); Sur place; USD 18 000 - 20 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Fee Basis Physical Therapist within the PM&R service.

You will evaluate Veterans and develop functional rehabilitation plans, delivering direct patient care across inpatient, outpatient, and other PM&R settings. Responsibilities include performing evaluations, re-evaluations, and implementing individualized treatments while documenting progress in the EMR.

Qualifications

• Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for federal employment; foreign equivalency may be required.

Responsabilités

• Perform physical therapy evaluations across clinical settings (inpatient, outpatient, CLC).
• Plan and implement individualized treatment based on patient needs and functional goals.
• Enter results in the electronic medical record and communicate recommendations to providers.

Description du poste

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Physical Therapist (PT) position is within the PM&R service and evaluates patients and develops and delivers functional rehabilitation plans using various assessment methods and tools. The primary focus is direct patient care across multiple clinic settings. Responsibilities cover all clinical areas (inpatient, outpatient, CLC, and other areas as assigned) associated with PM&R services.

Key Responsibilities

Major duties include: The Fee Basis Physical Therapist will apply a wide range of knowledge and clinical skills in the practice of physical therapy to evaluate and treat Veterans with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and functional impairments across diverse populations. Duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the medical center, including all clinical and patient-care areas served.

Major Responsibilities: The Fee Basis Physical Therapist will be performing and/or responsible for the following functions: Complete physical therapy evaluations Conduct re-evaluations/assessments as clinically indicated Plan and implement individualized treatment interventions based on patient needs and functional goals Provide recommendations for mobility equipment, therapeutic exercise programs, and safety strategies to support functional independence Enter consult results and progress notes in the electronic medical record Notify provider of assessment results and recommendations Work Schedule: Fee Basis; One day per weekend, 2-3 weekends per month; specifics to be discussed during interview Rates: $85 per consult or re-evaluation/assessment, $21.25 per physical therapy treatment Salary cap: $20,000 per calendar year Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $21 – $85.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-26.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.