PHYSICAL THERAPIST

VA Ear Nose Throat Associates; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

VA Ear Nose Throat Associates in Richmond, VA is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with vestibular disorders, balance and dizziness issues, TMJ dysfunction, and headaches. You will provide one-on-one rehabilitation, improve function, and contribute to program development.

The role requires a Virginia PT license, 2 years of outpatient experience, and CPR certification. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for eligible new hires, with terms applying.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program; Bachelor's degree required as prerequisite.
• Current Physical Therapy license in the State of Virginia.
• CPR certified.
• 2 years of outpatient PT experience required.
• Vestibular experience greatly preferred.
• Experience treating TMJ dysfunction and headache disorders strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with concussion/post-concussive management a plus.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and an understanding of process improvement techniques.
• Self-initiator for projects, improvement activities, and evaluation methods.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of vestibular dysfunction, balance, TMJ disorders, and headaches; establish PT diagnoses and individualized plans of care.
• Deliver canalith repositioning maneuvers, gaze stabilization, balance retraining, TMJ therapy, and neuromuscular education.
• Complete and submit evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries via EMR per HIPAA.
• Maintain a patient treatment schedule aligned with clinic needs.
• Communicate with referring physicians and care team about patient progress and needs.
• Attend clinic meetings and adhere to all clinic policies and procedures.
• Stay current with vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management, TMD, and headache treatment.
• Oversee scheduling, documentation, and inventory for the assigned clinical area.
• Orient new personnel and assist in developing new specialty programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Self-initiative

CPR certification

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's degree requirement

Job description

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST

Full Time Richmond, VA, US

17 days ago Requisition ID: 1143

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Summary Description

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with vestibular disorders, balance and dizziness conditions, TMJ dysfunction, and headache disorders, with a focus on restoring function and quality of life through specialized rehabilitation. Provide one-on-one physical therapy care to support patient recovery and functional improvement. Join our team and receive a$10,000 Sign-On Bonusfor eligible new hires.Bonus terms and eligibility requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients presenting with vestibular dysfunction (BPPV, vestibular neuritis, Meniere's, PPPD, post-concussive dizziness), balance and fall-risk conditions, TMJ disorders, and cervicogenic or tension-type headaches; establish PT diagnoses and develop individualized plans of care.
• Deliver specialized interventions including canalith repositioning maneuvers (Epley, Semont, BBQ roll), gaze stabilization and habituation exercises, balance and gait retraining, TMJ manual therapy and neuromuscular re-education, and cervical spine treatment for headache management.
• Complete and submit all evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries via EMR in compliance with HIPAA.
• Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with clinic needs.
• Communicate regularly with referring physicians (ENT, neurology, dentistry, primary care) and others involved in the patient's care regarding progress, modifications, and additional needs.
• Attend clinic meetings as required.
• Ensure all clinic routines and procedures are carried out as outlined.
• Stay current with evidence-based practice in vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management, TMD, and headache treatment.
• Oversee scheduling, documentation, and inventory for the assigned clinical area.
• Orient new personnel to clinic programs and procedures.
• Assist the Lead Physical Therapist in developing new specialty programs and revising clinical procedures as needed.
• Actively participate in and adhere to all policies and procedures as enumerated in the Corporate Compliance program.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program (Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college required as prerequisite).
• Current Physical Therapy license in the State of Virginia.
• CPR certified.
• 2 years of outpatient PT experience required.
• Vestibular experience greatly preferred.
• Experience treating TMJ dysfunction and headache disorders strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with concussion / post-concussive management a plus.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and an understanding of process improvement techniques.
• Self-initiator for projects, improvement activities, and evaluation methods.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Environmental / Working Conditions

• Medical office setting.
• Well-lit and well-ventilated adequate space.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a clinic setting.

Physical / Mental Demands

• Must be able to view a computer screen for extended periods.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling, and pushing of equipment, etc.