Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics - North Basement

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking a Physical Therapist Clinician II to deliver PT care across assigned patient populations and document care in the medical record. The role includes teaching staff, PT students, and other disciplines, with rotation through clinical service areas.

The position requires Virginia licensure (or eligible), current CPR if required, and at least 1 year of PT experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for offers accepted by Sept 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist by Virginia (or license eligible)
• Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy
• Current CPR certification if required by clinic or practice area

Responsibilities

• Patient evaluation and implementation of intervention programs, discharge planning.
• Ordering equipment as needed for patient care.
• Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences.
• Scheduling and charging patients.

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist by the Commonwealth of Virginia

Job description

**$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 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 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:

• Minimum of 1 year of work experience as a Physical Therapist

Experience PREFERRED:

N/A

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
• Successful challenge of the VCUHS Physical Therapy Clinical Ladder

Independent 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, Geriatric

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), Repetitive motion
• 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:

Physical Therapist I: $68,660.80 - $106,433.60

Physical Therapist II: $75,524.80 - $117,083.20

Physical Therapist III: $83,096.00 - $128,772.80

Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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