Geriatrics Physical Therapist: Independent Clinician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Kerrville (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an opening in STVHCS Geriatrics & Extended Care for a Physical Therapist. The PT evaluates patients, plans care, and delivers a full spectrum of treatments including modalities, therapeutic exercise, prostheses, and assistive devices under HBPC supervision.

Applicants must meet CAPTE-accredited education requirements and licensure. The role involves clinical oversight, teaching, and coordination with the care team in a facility setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and five (5) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist
• Master's degree in Physical Therapy and two (2) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist
• Doctorate degree in physical therapy
• Foreign graduates must have license to practice physical therapy in the U.S. or District of Columbia

Responsabilités

• Evaluate patients and plan a course of treatment
• Provide a full range of physical therapy treatments and modalities
• Supervise and train physical therapy assistants and students
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and QA monitoring
• Coordinate patient care with physicians and other health professionals

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate degree in physical therapy

Description du poste

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has an opening in STVHCS Geriatrics & Extended Care for a Physical Therapist. The PT evaluates patients, plans care, and delivers a full spectrum of treatments including modalities, therapeutic exercise, prostheses, and assistive devices under HBPC supervision.

Applicants must meet CAPTE-accredited education requirements and licensure. The role involves clinical oversight, teaching, and coordination with the care team in a facility setting.