Impactful Physical Therapist in Community Health

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is hiring for a physical therapy role within UVA Community Health. The position provides therapy services in accordance with licensure, evaluates patients, establishes a plan of care, implements treatment, and documents progress.

The incumbent may supervise therapy assistants and students, collaborate with other health care providers, and support staff training.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to clients including evaluation, plan of care, implementation, and documentation.
• Supervise therapy assistants, technicians, students, and volunteers as applicable.
• Communicate with other health care providers regarding patient 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.

Skills

Patient care

Technical competency

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited PT program

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is hiring for a physical therapy role within UVA Community Health. The position provides therapy services in accordance with licensure, evaluates patients, establishes a plan of care, implements treatment, and documents progress.

The incumbent may supervise therapy assistants and students, collaborate with other health care providers, and support staff training.