Physical Therapist

Overview Overview Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service - Clinical Video TeleRehab Program - Dallas, Bonham, and Fort Worth campuses of the VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS), Dallas, TX. This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 06/18/2026. Additional applications will be referred as needed. Qualifications Basic Requirements United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Individuals appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C. chapters 73 or 74 - to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA must be proficient in written and spoken English Education and experience: The individual must meet at least one of the requirements below: Bachelor\'s degree in Physical Therapy AND five (5) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist Master\'s degree in Physical Therapy AND two (2) years of progressively independent experience as a physical therapist Doctorate degree in physical therapy Prior to 1995 the terminal degree for PTs was either a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree; CAPTE accreditation history references Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited college or university L icensure: Individuals hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice physical therapy in a U.S. state, territory, or Commonwealth, or in the District of Columbia Non-licensed PTs may be given a temporary appointment at the GS-11 level under 38 U.S.C. 7405(a)(1)(D) for up to two years, with supervision by a licensed PT May qualify under the VA Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard (applicable to current VHA employees in this occupation) Grade Determinations: GS-11, GS-12 – Education, Experience, and Licensure requirements; duties include assessment and treatment interventions; supervision of PTAs or students as applicable Preferred Experience: Telehealth evaluations and assessments, clinical video telehealth, traumatic brain injuries, polytrauma, amputee care, outpatient orthopedics and related modalities Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, visit The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12; actual selection range is GS-11 to GS-12 Responsibilities GS 11/12: Clinical functions include patient care, evaluations, and coordination of veteran care in an outpatient and inpatient setting Coordinate Veteran schedules with interdisciplinary team members Conduct examinations and evaluations of individuals with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and/or integumentary conditions, considering psychosocial and environmental factors Review medical records and interpret examination findings and diagnostic tests Establish diagnoses within the scope of physical therapy and determine interventions or referrals as needed Develop and modify treatment plans based on patient response and goals; document progression and outcomes Provide oversight of Physical Therapy Assistants and students on clinical affiliations; supervise non-licensed staff as applicable Supervise licensed PTs and PTAs as required; practice under supervision where not licensed GS-12: Demonstrate autonomous clinical decision-making, exam and evaluation skills, test selection, prognosis, and goal setting Provide comprehensive telehealth evaluations and treatments; develop home programs and discharge plans Collaborate with patients, families, and stakeholders to develop functional goals and ensure continuity of care Administrative duties: triage referrals, manage caseloads, ensure consult compliance, and support CVT services for veteran care Participate in process improvement and program evaluation related to CVT and PM&R services Adhere to department and facility procedures; manage supplies and inventory for assigned clinics Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Telework not available; virtual position not applicable Functional Statement #: 54415-F - 54414-F; Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized #J-18808-Ljbffr