Hospital Physical Therapist

Overview

• Provide individualized physical therapy programs for patients with acute and chronic conditions to enhance their quality of life and functional goals.
• Work in inpatient and outpatient settings under the supervision of Rehab Services management, collaborating with healthcare professionals and ancillary staff.
• Conduct evaluations, determine physical therapy diagnoses, and develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs and recovery goals.
• Perform therapy procedures to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
• Educate patients and families about recovery processes, ensuring understanding and active participation in therapy plans.
• Maintain accurate records of patient progress, modifying care plans as necessary to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes.
• Utilize evidence-based guidelines and testing results to refine therapy plans and deliver effective treatments.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to support patient care needs and foster collaborative relationships.
• Assist in training and supporting team members, volunteers, and students in physical therapy practices.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform timely evaluations and assessments based on practice guidelines and regulatory standards to establish therapy diagnoses and care plans.
• Administer physical therapy procedures to improve mobility, relieve pain, and restore physical function for patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, modifying them to maximize therapeutic benefits and meet discharge criteria.
• Maintain detailed records of patient progress, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and accrediting body requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address patient care needs and participate in team meetings for holistic care delivery.
• Educate patients and families about therapy processes, promoting active engagement in recovery plans.
• Support training initiatives for team members, volunteers, and students to enhance physical therapy practices.
• Utilize evidence-based guidelines and testing results to refine therapy plans and deliver effective treatments.
• Foster positive working relationships with healthcare professionals and ancillary staff to ensure seamless patient care.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required; Doctoral degree preferred for advanced expertise.
• Virginia Physical Therapy license required upon hire; CPR/BLS certification within 30 days.
• Entry-level position; less than one year of patient care experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based therapy guidelines and regulatory standards for effective treatment planning.
• Proficiency in evaluating, diagnosing, and developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Ability to educate patients and families about therapy processes and recovery plans.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate patient records and adhering to organizational policies.
• Enthusiasm for training and supporting team members, volunteers, and students in therapy practices.