Physical Therapist, PT

Bon Secours Mercy Health

. Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeChesapeake • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $39 - $62 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient assessments, treatment planning, and direct therapy delivery while maintaining compliance with physical therapy standards. Proficient in supervising assistants and ensuring quality care across various patient demographics and settings.

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Licensed Physical TherapistBLS Basic Life SupportPatient AssessmentTreatment PlanningSupervision of Assistants

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationTherapeutic ProceduresElectronic Medical Record ManagementData EntryRecords Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingAnalytical Abilities

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Physical TherapistBLS Basic Life Support

Industry Keywords

Outpatient CareInpatient CarePediatric CareGeriatric CareInfection Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments
Evaluate patients, gather pertinent information, and develop treatment plans with specific goals
Provide direct therapy daily according to patients’ plans of care and current Physical Therapy standards
Instruct patients and families in therapeutic procedures
Maintain accurate records of treatment and patient progress in the electronic medical record
Document care, coordination of services, orders, goals, and other information accurately and promptly
Provide timely co-signatures for supervised physical therapy assistants when applicable
Maintain required productivity while delivering efficient, effective, and quality care
Follow departmental policies and procedures for safety, infection control, time-off requests, and timecard recording
Complete required education and yearly compliance requirements
Supervise physical therapist assistants’ treatment interventions and professional growth
Provide care across outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings as applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)
Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management
Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families
Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals
Demonstrates critical thinking skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to $40,000 Sign-On Bonus
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support