Physical Therapist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide coverage in Primary Care at the Valdosta VA Clinic, developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for referred patients.

Collaboration with patients, families, care partners, and the care team is required, including supervising students and volunteers. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating patients, performing tests of muscles, nerves, ROM, posture, strength, gait, and documenting progress in

Qualifications

• Education recognized by U.S. Department of Education; foreign equivalency if using foreign education.
• Ability to supervise students and volunteers.
• Ability to collaborate with patients, families, and care team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients to determine treatment course.
• Perform tests and measurements (muscles, nerves, ROM, posture, strength, ambulation).
• Plan and implement comprehensive treatment regimens to maximize function.
• Document assessments, goals, and progress in medical records.
• Participate in rounds and communicate with care team; supervise PT assistants and interns.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Physical Therapist will provide coverage in Primary Care as needed, developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for all referred patients. The role includes collaborating with patients, families, care partners, and the care team, as well as supervising assigned students and volunteers at the Valdosta VA Clinic.

Key Responsibilities

VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY Duties include but are not limited to: Evaluates and assess patients, as assigned, to determine the treatment course to be followed. Perform tests and measurements of muscles, nerves, range of motion, posture, strength, ambulation, circulatory, and respiratory status using various mechanical and electrical means.

Perform and interprets results of tests and measurement of the patient's condition for use in preparing and treatment plan, modifying treatment, and evaluating results of treatment. Plan and implement a comprehensive treatment regimen designed to maximize functional potential of the patient. Attend continuing education programs on issues pertaining to evaluation and treatment of general musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, neurological problems, both acute and chronic.

Participate in multidisciplinary ward/clinic rounds, as needed, which includes providing information on patient assessment and progress, and information regarding physical therapy management of patients. Communicate, both orally and in writing. Document assessments, goals, patient/family education, progress, and change in treatment or patient condition in medical records.

Work effectively with treatment team members and other health care providers in coordinating the patient's total care. Delegate to and provide clinical supervision for the Physical Therapy Assistant and routinely modify the caseload and treatment plan. Supervise the clinical training experiences of technical and professional level physical therapy interns to fulfill educational and professional requirements.

Work Schedule: 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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/.

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 $74678 – $116362/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-26.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.