Physical Therapist- Outpatient Therapy

Carilion Clinic; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their outpatient therapy team in Salem, Virginia. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate care to patients, develop rehabilitation plans, and ensure effective communication with the healthcare team. Carilion offers competitive salaries, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and community impact.

Benefits

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness studios

Discounts on childcare

Continued education and training

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved school of Physical Therapy.
• 5 years of experience, OR Master's/Doctorate required.
• Licensed to practice in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based on physician referral and age-appropriate assessment.
• Coordinates patient care with the healthcare team.
• Documents in the patient’s medical record.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Teamwork Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's or Doctorate degree

Job description

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Facility: Carilion Clinic Outpatient Therapy - Salem

Requisition Number: 150550

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

Full Time. Outpatient Therapy patient base. Sign on bonus Eligible up to 20K**

Helping patients regain their strength and return to their daily routines calls for a touch of inspiration, professional expertise, and the tools to build a personalized rehabilitation plan. At Carilion Clinic, our team provides compassionate care in a forward-thinking environment. In this job, you will thrive through extensive training, supportive leaders and potential for advancement. Carilion offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and tuition options. Join a team where your skills and ideas will make a difference in the health of our patients and the communities we live in.

The Physical Therapist (PT) confirms and interprets physician referrals, performs patient assessments and plans and implements individualized treatment programs taking into account the patientâs developmental and/or chronological age and medical diagnoses in accordance with the regulations governing the principles and practice of Physical Therapy.

The job duties of the Physical Therapist include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides patient care based upon physician referral and age-appropriate assessment taking into consideration the patientâs developmental/chronological age and medical diagnoses when planning/implementing treatment programs designed to achieve goals set in conjunction with the patient and/or family member.
• Coordinates patient care and clinical activities through written and/or verbal communication with patients, families, therapists, Clinical Team Leaders, managers, physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Documents in the patientâs medical record, and completes other patient care-related forms in compliance with regulatory agencies and department/hospital policies and procedures.
• Supervises PTAs and collaborates with other therapy staff, support staff, volunteers and students to achieve efficient clinical activity and quality patient care.
• Participates in other patient care and departmental/professional activities as requested/assigned including but not limited to presenting/attending in-services, performance improvement, program development/evaluation, new employee orientation, committee membership, peer review and attending staff meetings.
• Consistently deliver the best in customer service and patient care. As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors and other employees.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of approved school of Physical Therapy. Bachelor's degree as Physical Therapist and 5 years of experience, OR Master's or Doctorate degree required.

Experience: Experience in site specific level of care preferred but not required. For Home Health positions one year of clinical experience required.

Licensure/Certification: Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy.

Other: Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. BLS-certified (from a Carilion approved program) within six months of employment.

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number: 150550
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Clinic Outpatient Therapy - Salem
Shift: Day
Shift Details: M - Th 8:30a-6p, Fri 8a - 12p
Recruiter: CHRISTOPHER D FITZGERALD
Recruiter Email: [e-mail]
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

What matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life.Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
• Remote Work Options
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Find more about Carilion Clinic’s benefits by vising our Total Rewards Page.

Carilion Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace a diverse workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Protected Veterans status, Disability, Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.