Physical Therapist

Quick Facts

• Role: Physical Therapist (PM&R rehabilitation care team)
• Focus: Functional mobility evaluation, treatment planning, and assistive equipment education
• Work: Monday–Friday, 7:30AM–4:00PM PST (may require evenings/weekends/holiday coverage)

Description

You will evaluate and interpret patient information to develop and implement individualized physical therapy plans of care, optimizing functional outcomes. The role includes assessing complex cases, fitting and instructing patients on adaptive equipment and assistive devices, and educating Veterans and as appropriate family members for safe and effective use. You will work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary treatment team for patient needs, progress, and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-performance-level physical therapy evaluations and examinations for complex cases
• Develop treatment plans and goals based on assessment findings
• Measure, fit, and instruct patients on complex adaptive equipment and assistive devices
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally and complete required documentation in a timely manner
• Involve patients, families, caregivers, and relevant health care staff in the treatment process
• Provide physical assistance to aging patients considering balance/ambulation risks and skin/bone injury prevention
• Advise the multidisciplinary team on patient needs and progress and exchange discharge planning information
• Conduct in-service programs and share knowledge of new or improved physical therapy techniques
• Maintain proper supply levels and submit required statistics/reports

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Complete online onboarding and pre-employment requirements (including acceptable identity documents)
• Pass pre-employment physical evaluation
• Seasonal influenza vaccination participation required
• Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Education and licensure aligned with VHA physical therapist basic requirements (BS/MS/Doctorate in PT with specified independent experience or Doctorate degree)
• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited program
• Must hold a valid unrestricted state license (for GS-12)

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. government federal benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position details, so contact the hiring agency for specifics.