Physical Therapist
The Physical Therapist will provide coverage in Primary Care as needed, developing and implementing tailored treatment plans for all referred patients. The role includes collaborating with patients, families, care partners, and the care team, as well as supervising assigned students and volunteers at the Valdosta VA Clinic.
VA Careers - Physical Therapy: https://youtube.com/embed/Gi2hoFqIoqY Duties include but are not limited to: Evaluates and assess patients, as assigned, to determine the treatment course to be followed. Perform tests and measurements of muscles, nerves, range of motion, posture, strength, ambulation, circulatory, and respiratory status using various mechanical and electrical means. Perform and interprets results of tests and measurement of the patient's condition for use in preparing and treatment plan, modifying treatment, and evaluating results of treatment. Plan and implement a comprehensive treatment regimen designed to maximize functional potential of the patient. Attend continuing education programs on issues pertaining to evaluation and treatment of general musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, neurological problems, both acute and chronic. Participate in multidisciplinary ward/clinic rounds, as needed, which includes providing information on patient assessment and progress, and information regarding physical therapy management of patients. Communicate, both orally and in writing. Document assessments, goals, patient/family education, progress, and change in treatment or patient condition in medical records. Work effectively with treatment team members and other health care providers in coordinating the patient's total care. Delegate to and provide clinical supervision for the Physical Therapy Assistant and routinely modify the caseload and treatment plan. Supervise the clinical training experiences of technical and professional level physical therapy interns to fulfill educational and professional requirements. Work Schedule: 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 51292F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
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. 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.