Physical Therapist Inpatient Rehab

CJW Medical Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,391 - 68,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) Plan with matching

Education support

Job summary

CJW Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia, seeks an experienced Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and develop personalized treatment plans. This role is crucial in helping patients regain strength and mobility after illness or injury.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Virginia and have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) plans with matching, and educational support opportunities.

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Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in Virginia.
• 1+ years' experience in Physical Therapy is preferred.
• Experience in direct inpatient rehab is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient abilities and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to restore movement.
• Monitor patient progress and refine therapy plans.
• Educate patients and families on safe practices.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Evidence-based Interventions

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $32.95 - $49.42 / hour

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Physical Therapist, you play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, restore mobility, and rebuild confidence following illness, injury, or surgery. Working closely with physicians and the care team, you’ll assess each patient’s needs and create personalized therapy plans designed around meaningful goals, active engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes. Backed by our national network of clinical expertise, advanced rehabilitation technology, and ongoing professional development, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, collaborate, and be a part of our shared mission of improving human life every day.

Your role will include:

• Evaluating patient abilities and developing personalized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team
• Delivering evidence-based interventions that restore movement, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life
• Monitoring progress, refining therapy plans, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation of outcomes
• Educating patients and families on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safe practices that promote independence
• Collaborating across disciplines to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care and smooth transitions throughout recovery
• Leading by example—mentoring therapy assistants or students while upholding HCA Healthcare’s values of excellence, compassion, and integrity
• Provides evaluations and treatment interventions within the scope of practice established by law and professional code of ethics.
• Assesses and evaluates therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status and participates in the development of the total plan of care.
• Provides purposeful and skilled therapeutic care at patient’s home, using procedures and techniques to produce a change in condition/function consistent with the physician’s plan of care.
• Observes and reports patient’s reaction to treatment and changes in patient’s condition.
• Instructs patient/family/caregiver in the use of therapies, exercises, therapeutic appliances, and/or prosthetic devices to be used outside of therapy sessions.
• Ensures accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in accordance with service/department guidelines.
• Communicates pertinent payor needs/requirements to physician, treatment team, patient and patient’s family in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes caseload and, as appropriate, determines daily staffing needs and coordinates assignments/handoffs.
• Demonstrates efficient and appropriate use of support staff (technicians, PTA’s, other clinicians, and office staff).
• Provides a safe, secure, and infection/hazard-free environment.
• Serves as an educational resource to patients, families, interdisciplinary team members, payor representatives, physicians, discharge planners, therapists, community members, and other parties as appropriate regarding rehabilitation issues.
• Maintains current knowledge of and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assumes accountability for promoting consistent, positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service.
• Maintains a patient-first philosophy and supports the development and implementation of strategies to elevate the patient experience.
• Participates as an engaged, active member of the health care team and positively promotes the rest of the team to patients/families/caregivers and other colleagues.
• Provides general supervision for PT Assistants, as applicable.
• Communicates clearly and leads in a way that inspires commitment to the vision/mission/values of the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.”

Qualifications

• REQUIRED: Currently licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state(s) of practice, in accordance with law and regulation.
• REQUIRED: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy
• PREFERRED: 1+ years' experience in Physical Therapy
• PREFERRED: 1+ years' experience in direct inpatient rehab

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.