Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT)- SVMC Physical Therapy

Dartmouth Health; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PSLF eligibility

Competitive hourly pay for non-patient

Job summary

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) seeks an outpatient physical therapist to serve in our outpatient department on the Bennington, VT campus. You will evaluate, develop, implement and document a plan of care for patients of all ages, with a focus on restoring mobility and independence.

Highlights include a 1:1 therapist/patient ratio, pay that covers documentation and non-patient tasks, and a clinical advancement program offering bonuses based on professional work for the system and

Qualifications

• MS degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school required.
• DPT is required for new grads.
• Vermont State license to practice physical therapy required on hire.
• Health Care Provider BLS within 90 days and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, implement, and document a plan of treatment for patients of all ages.
• Work with patients in an outpatient setting to support recovery and mobility.
• Potentially supervise physical therapist assistants and students; participate in scheduling flexibility.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Plan of care

Patient education

Education

MS degree in Physical Therapy

DPT for new grads

Job description

$10,000.00 sign on / retention bonus

SVMC is seeking an outpatient physical therapist to see patients in our outpatient department on the main hospital campus (Bennington, VT).

In consultation with the referring provider, the Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, developing, implementing, and documenting a plan of treatment for patients of all ages. As an Outpatient Physical Therapist at SVMC, you’ll be a partner in your patients’ recovery journeys. You’ll work with individuals of all ages and conditions, from post-surgical athletes eager to get back on the field to older adults striving to maintain mobility and independence. Your expertise will directly improve quality of life, empower patients to take charge of their health, and strengthen the fabric of our community.

Requirements: MS degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school required. DPT is required for new grads. A Vermont State license to practice physical therapy is required on hire. Health Care Provider BLS within 90 days of hire and current CPR certification required.

Highlights include:

• 1:1 therapist/patient ratio with no double bookings.
• Hourly pay schedule inclusive of documentation and non-patient care tasks.
• Clinical advancement program - opportunities for bonus based on work within the profession, system and community.
• A non-for-profit hospital with proven success of employees utilizing the Public student loan forgiveness program (PSLF)

A weekend fair turn commitment in our inpatient department is required. In addition, this position has the opportunity to supervise physical therapist assistants and students. We encourage therapists to apply who may be seeking an alternative working schedule as SVMC is willing to be flexible with scheduling and accommodating to varying hours. Candidates may have an opportunity to work at one of our satellite locations (Deerfield Valley Health Center in Wilmington, VT, Northshire Medical Center in Manchester, VT or Twin Rivers in Hoosick Falls, NY), if desired.

Outpatient rehabilitation provides physical, occupational and speech therapy at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and SVMC’s satellite campuses across the region. The rehabilitation program services patients of all ages with many specialty rehab services available including but not limited to vestibular therapy, hand therapy and lymphedema therapy.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health;
• Pay Range: $40.00 to $55.00;
• Work Status: 8-430;
• Employment Type: Full Time;
• Job ID: 6355

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affืive Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.