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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in conducting comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans. Proficient in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and maintaining accurate clinical documentation while providing high-quality rehabilitation services.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Physical Therapy EvaluationIndividualized Treatment PlansSkilled InterventionsClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary Collaboration
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Therapeutic ExerciseGait TrainingBalance ActivitiesTransfer TrainingFunctional Mobility Training
Soft Skills
Clinical ReasoningCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsIndependenceTeam Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Virginia Physical Therapist LicenseCAPTE-Accredited Physical Therapy Program
Industry Keywords
Skilled NursingGeriatricsPost-Acute RehabilitationPatient-Centered CareFall Prevention
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess mobility, strength, balance, functional limitations, and rehabilitation needs
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on each resident's clinical needs and personal goals
- Provide skilled interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, and functional mobility training
- Help residents recover from illness, injury, surgery, or changes in functional status
- Collaborate with occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
- Educate residents and families on safe mobility, fall prevention, therapeutic exercises, and strategies to support continued progress
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with professional, regulatory, and facility standards
- Participate in care planning, progress reviews, and discharge recommendations as appropriate
- Contribute to a positive, supportive, patient-centered rehabilitation environment
Requirements
What you’ll need- Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program
- Current Virginia Physical Therapist license or eligibility to practice in Virginia prior to employment, including an applicable PT Compact privilege
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
- Commitment to providing individualized, high-quality rehabilitation services
- Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, or post-acute rehabilitation is a plus, but not required
- Experienced Physical Therapists and New Graduates are welcome to apply
Benefits
Comp & perks- Up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, subject to applicable bonus terms and eligibility requirements
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- Continuing education opportunities and CEU resources
- Professional license reimbursement
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Telemedicine resources
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee recognition and referral programs
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Supportive clinical leadership
- Clinical autonomy
- Collaborative team environment