Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - North Basement

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by July 31, 2026

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond is seeking a Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics to deliver high-quality care to patients. This role involves patient evaluations, implementing intervention programs, and supervising support staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid license from the Commonwealth of Virginia and have at least one year of experience in physical therapy. A master's or doctoral degree is preferred. The position offers a full-time schedule with a significant sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist.
• Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area.
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy care to assigned patient population.
• Act as a consultant to various patient populations.
• Provide instruction to support staff and students.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Implementation of intervention programs

Discharge planning

Strong recall and reasoning

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Job description

## Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - North BasementApplylocations: Richmond, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R45083\*\*$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by July 31, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply\*\*. The Physical Therapist Clinician II 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 therapist acts as a consultant to various patient populations. The Physical Therapist Clinician II provides instruction to OT/PT support staff, PT students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. Therapists may 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 TherapistLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical TherapistCurrent CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice areaExperience REQUIRED:Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Physical TherapistExperience PREFERRED: N/AEducation/training REQUIRED:Graduate of an accredited School of Physical TherapyEducation/training PREFERRED:Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical TherapySuccessful challenge of the VCUHS Physical Therapy Clinical LadderIndependent action(s) required:Patient evaluation and implementation of intervention programs, 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, Patient Care Technicians, students, and volunteers.Employee is a senior member of a self-directed team and applies his 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, Adult, GeriatricPhysical 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), Repetitive motionMental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change