Physical Therapist Hospital

Riverside Regional Medical Center; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $10,000

Job summary

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA seeks a Physical Therapist to develop and implement individualized plans of care in inpatient and/or outpatient settings. You will perform evaluations, diagnose, and guide therapy to restore function and mobility while educating patients and families about the recovery process.

The role offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus, collaborative team environment, industry-leading benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Physical Therapy (Bachelor's/Master's/Doctoral).
• 1 year of PT experience preferred.
• Current Virginia state Physical Therapy license upon hire; CPR/BLS within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and determine PT diagnoses and plans of care.
• Administer physical therapy treatments to restore function and mobility.
• Educate patients and families about recovery process and care plans.
• Record progress and adjust plans to maximize outcomes.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team and participate in team meetings.

Education

Bachelors/Masters/Doctoral in Physical Therapy

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring Range$46.10 - $63.43/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Turn Your Passion into Purpose and Earn a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus! We're looking for dedicated Physical Therapists ready to transform lives through exceptional patient care. Join a collaborative, supportive team and enjoy a $10,000 welcome bonus along with industry-leading benefits and professional development opportunities.OverviewA Physical Therapist carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The Physical Therapist may work in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting. The Therapist is supervised by Rehab Services management and maintains a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.What you will doPerforms evaluations, determines PT diagnoses, and develops plan of care. Performs physical therapy procedures to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, improving health, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disability.Evaluates and assesses the patient timely, based on principles outlined by practice guidelines, evidence based guidelines and regulatory standards (state & organizational policies, requirements of accrediting bodies, etc.).Builds trusting collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs. Actively participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings.Assists in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.Carries out treatment plan and modifies to maximize therapeutic benefit and meet discharge criteria and return to optimal level of care. Records patient's progress and modifies the plan of care.Utilizes testing results and develops updated plan of care based on principles outlined in appropriate evidence based guidelines.Educates patients and family members about the recovery process.QualificationsEducationBachelors Degree, Physical Therapy (Required) orMasters Degree, Physical Therapy (Required) orDoctoral Degree, Physical Therapy (Required)Experience1 year Physical Therapy (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsLicense Physical Therapy (PT) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) andCPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.