Physical Therapist - Acute Care Adult

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 106,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems seeks a Physical Therapist I to deliver PT care, evaluate patients, and document treatments in the medical record. The therapist may rotate across service areas and act as a consultant to clinics, providing instruction to staff, students, and families.

Licensure in Virginia required or eligible; CPR may be required by the clinic. New graduates to 2 years of experience welcomed; career progression to Clinician II within two years is expected.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy.
New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as a Physical Therapist; progress to Clinician II within two years.
Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist.
Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist; CPR certification if required by clinic.
masters or doctoral degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Patient evaluation and implementation of plan of care, discharge planning. Ordering equipment.
Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients.
Employee may have supervisory responsibilities of Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers.
Shared weekend/holiday schedule, possible 8 AM–7 PM shifts.

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Job description

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by October 31, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply

The Physical Therapist I job is primarily responsible for the delivery of physical therapy care to the patient population to which she/he is assigned and the recording of that care in the hospital medical record.

The Physical Therapist acts as a consultant to various patient clinics, provides instruction to PT support staff, students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. Therapists may also rotate through our various clinical service areas.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire

Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment

Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist
Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area

Experience REQUIRED

New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as a Physical Therapist* *Employee is expected to progress to a Physical Therapist Clinician II level within two years of employment at VCUHS

Experience PREFERRED

Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility

Education/training REQUIRED

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Education/training PREFERRED

Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Independent action(s) required

Patient evaluation and implementation of plan of care, discharge planning. Ordering equipment.
Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable)

Employee may have supervisory responsibilities of Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers.
Employee is a member of a self-directed team and applies his/her knowledge and experience in daily clinic problem solving.
The team will bring unresolved issues to departmental manager for assistance and guidance in their resolution.

Additional position requirements

Employee is expected to share in weekend and holiday schedule expectations of the department or have a fluctuation of daily work hours from 8 AM to 7 PM based on patient population needs.

Age Specific groups served: Pediatrics Adolescence Adults Geriatrics

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate)

Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Compensation Ranges