Physical Therapist

Veterans Health Administration; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide independent PT services in Milwaukee. You will evaluate, treat, and document patient progress for inpatients and outpatients referred by healthcare providers or self-referrals.

The role emphasizes team communication and education within the Rehabilitation Services Division. The ideal candidate has a CAPTE-accredited degree and an active license to practice PT, with scheduling that includes variable shifts as needed to

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, independent physical therapy services to inpatients and outpatients.
• Perform assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and document progress.
• Educate patients and families and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Assist in teaching and provide coverage as needed within Rehabilitation Services.

Skills

Independent practice

Team communication

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is organizationally located at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rehabilitation Services Division.

Key Responsibilities

VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY This physical therapist provides professional, independent physical therapy services in the assigned area with the general supervision of the Physical Therapy Supervisor.

The employee meets all regulatory and statutory requirements including graduation from an approved program in Physical Therapy from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited college or university and holds a current license to practice Physical Therapy MAJOR DUTIES: Responsible for independently providing assessment and treatment interventions to inpatients and outpatients received through healthcare provider referrals and patient self-referrals.

Examination and evaluation includes a medical history, systems review, special tests and measures including neuromuscular, sensorimotor, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and/or respiratory functions as indicated. Plans and implements initial and subsequent treatment programs based on their evaluation and examination.

Examples of treatment given by this staff physical therapist include: therapeutic exercises; functional training for home, community, and work; manual therapy techniques, electrotherapeutic modalities; physical agents and mechanical modalities; wound management and respiratory care. Plans and implements appropriate patient education programs involving the patient, family and significant others in the instructional process.

Evaluates patient's needs for assistive devices, and adaptive appliances, recommends adjustments for prosthetic/orthotic devices and makes minor adjustments to obtain maximal functional benefits. Uses outcome measures to document patient's progress towards established goals, modify interventions and plan of care, and for discharge planning. Completes all patient care documentation in accordance with rehabilitation policy.

Communicates readily with the multidisciplinary treatment team, advising the team of patient's needs and progress; this communication occurs through team meetings, written reports and verbal communication, such as personal and telephone conversations. Assists the clinical education coordinator in arranging and providing educational experiences for physical therapy students that affiliate at the facility.

May be assigned the responsibility of attending and participating in various specialty clinics within the medical center. Plans and presents in-service education programs on occasion as requested by the unit Education Coordinator or Program Manager. Assists in providing patient coverage for absent staff members to insure continuity and quality of care. Follows established Program and Division policies and procedures related to fire, disaster, and security measures.

Responsible for following scheduling guidelines. Ensures that workload is properly credited. Follows established procedures and policies in hazardous material handling/communication, equipment safety, infection control/universal fluid precautions, and other safety procedures that have been developed for Physical Therapy. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: intermittent, requirement: minimum of 4 work shifts per month with 2 shifts being Saturday or Sunday.

Compressed/Flexible: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 08524F, 08523F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Foreign Graduates. Graduates of foreign physical therapy programs meet the requirements if they have a full unrestricted and current license to practice physical therapy in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.

The Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT) is a non- profit organization created to assist the United States (U.S.) Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly INS) and U.S. state licensing authorities by evaluating the credentials of Foreign Educated Physical Therapists (FEPTs) who wish to immigrate and work in the U.S

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $78098 – $121690/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-15.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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