Physical Therapist

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

AI documentation

Mentorship program

Continuing education

Student loan repayment

Career advancement

Cash-based services

Clinical excellence team

Job summary

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our growing outpatient team in Central Virginia. You will assess patients, create and implement individualized treatment plans, and provide direct therapy across a range of specialties.

You will document progress, collaborate with physicians and insurance providers, and support clinicians through AI-assisted documentation and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• DPT from CAPTE-accredited program.
• Virginia Physical Therapist license or eligibility.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience or interest in outpatient orthopedic care.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Comfortable working independently with a diverse patient caseload.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Proficient with EMR systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop and initiate treatment plans based on evaluation results.
• Review the Physician's referral and patient records to determine required physical therapy treatments.
• Provide direct patient care by established protocols and guidelines.
• Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Oversee patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Complete a written plan of care, set goals, and develop a comprehensive program to attain them.
• Implement treatment programs and provide essential therapies.
• Communicate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and insurance companies.
• Ensure timely documentation including daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Patient education

Caseload management

Education

DPT (CAPTE-accredited)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

For more than

For more than 60 years, Rehab Associates has been helping patients throughout Central Virginia move better, feel better, and live better. Today, with 19 outpatient clinics across the region, we've grown our footprint without losing sight of what matters most—creating an environment where our clinicians feel supported, empowered, and excited about their careers.

When You Join Rehab Associates, You'll Enjoy

• Competitive compensation of $83k - $95k, PLUS profit sharing
• $10,000 relocation assistance and sign-on bonus for qualified candidates
• AI-powered documentation available to every clinician, helping reduce documentation time and improve work-life balance
• A comprehensive mentorship program lasting 12+ months and tailored to your professional goals
• Robust continuing education with both internal and external learning opportunities
• Monthly student loan repayment assistance
• Clear career advancement pathways, including leadership and clinic management opportunities
• The flexibility to develop cash-based services and expand your clinical practice
• A nationally recognized team known for exceptional patient outcomes and clinical excellence

Expand Your Expertise!

We offer specialty practice opportunities in Pelvic Health, Vestibular, Concussion, Spine, TMJ, Foot & Ankle, and many other clinical specialties. Whether you're looking to develop a niche or grow your skills, we'll support your professional interests with mentorship and continuing education support!

Job Description

• Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
• Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required.
• Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
• Implements physical therapy treatment program and provides essential physical therapy treatments.
• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
• Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Physical Therapy program.
• Current Virginia Physical Therapist license, or eligibility to obtain one before employment.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Experience or interest in outpatient orthopedic care, including balance and vestibular rehabilitation.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans in an outpatient setting.
• Comfortable working independently while effectively managing a diverse patient caseload.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and patient education skills.
• Proficient with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and standard Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

We believe in investing in our team by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (100% vested on your first day)
• Generous paid time off — 21 days in your first year