9 physical therapist jobs found in Charlottesville, VA

UOVUNIUSR0075779EXTERNALENUS UVA Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent disability for patients across the lifespan. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative academic medical center environment dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals Implement therapeutic interventions including exercise, manual therapy, functional training, and modalities Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to optimize outcomes Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and injury prevention Collaborate with...

UOVUNIUSR0082947EXTERNALENUS A PRN Therapist consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of complex patients. In doing so, they contribute independently to an interdisciplinary approach to patient care service delivery across the continuum of care. This position will be primarily working with Peri-operative patient population to assist with safe disposition following surgery and provide recommendation on follow up plan of care. Please note that this position requires availability to work one late shift (8:00 PM or later, based on patient care needs) per pay period (15 days), up to a total of 12 hours per pay period, and one designated holiday. All scheduling is contingent upon patient care needs. Primary focus for this role is to provide clinical care, but they are also expected to complete administrative and clinical projects as assigned by supervisory staff if needed. They help negotiate the health care system to maximize the delivery of quality care and to...

UOVUNIUSR0081098EXTERNALENUS A Physical Therapist 2 consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of complex patients. In doing so the Physical Therapist 2 acts as a role model and supervisor for junior staff and helps identify patients who have unmet physical therapy needs. This level of therapist seeks and provides feedback for improved clinical practice and begins to assume a leadership role but seeks mentoring in this process. A Physical Therapist 2 is focused on expanding clinical knowledge and skills beyond the entry level and sharing this knowledge through in-services and mentoring PT1s in coordination of care with the other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Therapists at this level may be asked to contribute to performance appraisals. The PT2 is expected to serve as a primary clinical instructor for students. Performs physical therapy examinations according to professional standards and departmental policy Demonstrates...

UOVUNIUSR0080168EXTERNALENUS An Occupational Therapist 2 consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of complex patients. In doing so the Therapist acts as a role model and supervisor for junior staff and helps identify patients who have unmet occupational therapy needs. A Therapist is focused on expanding clinical knowledge and skills beyond the entry level and sharing this knowledge through in-services and participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The Therapist acts as a role model and may supervise other staff. This level of therapist seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice and begins to assume a leadership role receiving mentoring in this process. Therapists at this level may be asked to contribute to performance appraisals. Performs occupational therapy evaluations according to professional standards and departmental guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge of intervention options and executes a program...

UOVUNIUSR0083345EXTERNALENUS These roles focus on helping patients recover from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries and improve their physical, emotional, and functional well-being. Involves assessing, planning, and providing therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' abilities to perform daily activities and achieve their rehabilitation goals. These roles are responsible for improving patient mobility, strength, and function through exercise, manual therapy, and education. Physical therapists work with patients recovering from injuries or surgeries, those with chronic conditions, or those seeking to enhance physical performance and reduce pain. Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty. Typically involves diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients, and often include face-to-face interactions with patients. May also spend some time designing and implementing clinical programs, policies, and services using specialized knowledge and...

Description: The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating all patients across the life span assigned to them, determine short-term and long-term goals in conjunction with the patient and other team members when appropriate, develop and implement a comprehensive treatment program to meet these goals without direct supervision, and perform these tasks in a timely, effective manner that corresponds to the normal productivity standards for the department. Additional responsibilities will include administrative assignments as assigned. Physical Therapists will adhere to all state and federal regulations that apply to the practice of physical therapy. Experience Desired * Two years of clinical experience is preferred. One year of experience in a specialized area is preferred. License Requirements * Current or eligible for licensure in the State of Virginia. License Desired * Membership in state and national professional organizations is preferred. Equal...

Description: Augusta Health is seeking a part time Physical Therapist to join the Augusta Health team that is making a difference in the lives of our patients in the Shenandoah Valley by providing quality in-home care. The Physical Therapist for Home Health will assess and implement plan of care needs to patients in a home setting and provide treatments to patients and evaluates progress as well as assist in the instruction of additional physical therapy personnel, students, home health aides, and volunteers. The individual must demonstrate the ability to interact with team members for an interdisciplinary team approach. Patient care is provided across the life span; therefore, clinicians will interpret data and assess patient’s needs relative to age specificity standards. Experience Desired One year of clinical experience is preferred Home Health experience preferred License Requirements Current or eligible for licensure in the State of...

Description: The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating all patients across the life span assigned to them, determine short-term and long-term goals in conjunction with the patient and other team members when appropriate, develop and implement a comprehensive treatment program to meet these goals without direct supervision, and perform these tasks in a timely, effective manner that corresponds to the normal productivity standards for the department. Additional responsibilities will include administrative assignments as assigned. Physical Therapists will adhere to all state and federal regulations that apply to the practice of physical therapy. Experience Desired * Two years of clinical experience is preferred. One year of experience in a specialized area is preferred. License Requirements * Current or eligible for licensure in the State of Virginia. License Desired * Membership in state and national professional organizations is preferred. Equal...

UOVUNIUSR0082405EXTERNALENUS The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist is responsible for conducting sessions with patients to complete thorough assessments and evaluations, diagnosis and develop treatment plans, and provide therapy services, which may include brief intervention, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, or long-term psychotherapy. The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist may provide therapy services to inpatients and/or outpatients on an individual, couples, family, or group basis, and may serve populations with a variety of complex clinical needs. The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist collaborates and consults with interdisciplinary treatment teams as appropriate. This Clinical Social Worker position will support programs within the UVA Health Population Health Department. Our programs address the increased prevalence of chronic disease management, patient access to primary and specialty care, and care delivery beyond hospital walls. Population Health...