Physical Therapist - Acute Care Pediatrics - PRN

The Physical Therapist The Physical Therapist 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 clinics, provides instruction to PT support staff, students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. Therapists may rotate through our various clinical service areas. Licensure and Certification Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist. Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist. Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area. Experience Required: New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as a Physical Therapist. Preferred: Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility. Education Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy. Preferred: Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy. Independent Actions Patient evaluation and implementation of plan of care, discharge planning. Ordering equipment. Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients. Supervisory Responsibilities Employee may have supervisory responsibilities of Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers. Schedule Schedules and work hours will be established with your specific Manager. Schedules, including weekends and holidays, will be required based on the unit’s organizational and staffing needs. Physical Requirements Lifting 50-100 lbs. Frequent bending. Walking (distance). Climbing (steps, ladder, other). Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Repetitive motion. Age Groups Served Pediatrics Adolescence Adults Geriatrics EEO Statement EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Commonwealth University Health