Fee Basis - Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist (PT) position is within the PM&R service and evaluates patients and develops and delivers functional rehabilitation plans using various assessment methods and tools. The primary focus is direct patient care across multiple clinic settings. Responsibilities cover all clinical areas (inpatient, outpatient, CLC, and other areas as assigned) associated with PM&R services.

Major duties include: The Fee Basis Physical Therapist will apply a wide range of knowledge and clinical skills in the practice of physical therapy to evaluate and treat Veterans with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and functional impairments across diverse populations. Duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the medical center, including all clinical and patient-care areas served. Major Responsibilities: The Fee Basis Physical Therapist will be performing and/or responsible for the following functions: Complete physical therapy evaluations Conduct re-evaluations/assessments as clinically indicated Plan and implement individualized treatment interventions based on patient needs and functional goals Provide recommendations for mobility equipment, therapeutic exercise programs, and safety strategies to support functional independence Enter consult results and progress notes in the electronic medical record Notify provider of assessment results and recommendations Work Schedule: Fee Basis; One day per weekend, 2-3 weekends per month; specifics to be discussed during interview Rates: $85 per consult or re-evaluation/assessment, $21.25 per physical therapy treatment Salary cap: $20,000 per calendar year Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.