Physical Therapist #00674 : Central Region

Commonwealth of Virginia; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide essential services to patient inmates. This role involves delivering outpatient orthopedic care, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a valid Virginia license, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
• Current physical therapy license in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patient inmates.
• Collaborate with medical staff to improve patient care.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Leadership Skills

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Job description

This position will be a traveling Physical Therapist Position. The position will mainly be located at facilities within the central region and may occasionally travel to facilities in the eastern region based on the Physical Therapy needs at each facility.

Provide physical therapy services to patient inmates.

Services include outpatient orthopedics as well as Skilled Nursing / Rehabilitation / Acute care.

Provide physical therapy evaluations, progress notes, updated plans of care, and discharges.

Collaborate with other Physical Therapy (PT) clinic team members and medical staff to improve patient care.

Assist in Physical Therapy Quality Improvement Measures and Data Collections.

Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy program
• Current physical therapy license in Virginia
• Experience evaluating and treating patients with various acute and chronic orthopedic dysfunctions
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to play an active role collaborating with other medical professionals to provide optimum care

Additional Considerations

• Possesses leadership skills
• Experience in patient centered program development within rehabilitation setting
• Clinical experience in multiple settings such as outpatient orthopedic, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or acute facilities

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following :

Background Investigation Requirements : All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements : Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements : Application and / or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11 : 55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and / or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and / or résumé.

Layoff Preferences : Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and / or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information : Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name : James Ritchie

Phone : [phone]

Email : Applications will not be accepted via email

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter.