Physical Therapist

Riverside Health; Hartfield (VA); On-site; USD 63,369 - 86,788; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Riverside Health in Hartfield, Virginia is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to implement individualized treatment plans in inpatient or outpatient settings. The role emphasizes evaluations, plan of care development, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and reduce disability.

The position includes a sign‑on bonus of up to $15,000 and requires education up to the doctoral level in Physical Therapy, along with Virginia licensure and CPR/BLS certification within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, Physical Therapy (required)
• Master’s Degree, Physical Therapy (required)
• Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy (required)
• 1 year Physical Therapy experience (preferred)
• License Physical Therapy (PT) – Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire (required)
• CPR/BLS Certification – AHA/ARC within 30 days (required)

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations, determine PT diagnoses, and develop plan of care. Perform physical therapy procedures to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, improving health, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disability.
• Evaluate and assess the patient timely, based on principles outlined by practice guidelines, evidence‑based guidelines and regulatory standards (state & organizational policies, requirements of accrediting bodies, etc.).
• Build trusting collaborative relationships with a multi‑disciplinary team to support patient care needs. Actively participate in multi‑disciplinary team meetings.
• Assist in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Carry out treatment plan and modify to maximize therapeutic benefit and meet discharge criteria and return to optimal level of care. Record patient’s progress and modify the plan of care.
• Utilize testing results and develop updated plan of care based on principles outlined in appropriate evidence‑based guidelines.
• Educate patients and family members about the recovery process.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Physical Therapy

Master's Degree, Physical Therapy

Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy

Job description

Hiring Range
$46.10 - $63.43/Hourly
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Hartfield, Virginia

Overview

A Physical Therapist carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The Physical Therapist may work in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting. The Therapist is supervised by Rehab Services management and maintains a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

Sign‑on bonus: up to $15,000 for qualified candidates

What You Will Do

• Perform evaluations, determine PT diagnoses, and develop plan of care. Perform physical therapy procedures to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, improving health, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disability.
• Evaluate and assess the patient timely, based on principles outlined by practice guidelines, evidence‑based guidelines and regulatory standards (state & organizational policies, requirements of accrediting bodies, etc.).
• Build trusting collaborative relationships with a multi‑disciplinary team to support patient care needs. Actively participate in multi‑disciplinary team meetings.
• Assist in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Carry out treatment plan and modify to maximize therapeutic benefit and meet discharge criteria and return to optimal level of care. Record patient’s progress and modify the plan of care.
• Utilize testing results and develop updated plan of care based on principles outlined in appropriate evidence‑based guidelines.
• Educate patients and family members about the recovery process.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree, Physical Therapy (required)
• Master’s Degree, Physical Therapy (required)
• Doctoral Degree, Physical Therapy (required)

Experience

• 1 year Physical Therapy (preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• License Physical Therapy (PT) – Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire (required)
• CPR/BLS Certification – American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 days (required)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.