Title: Physical Therapist - #WWRH0018

State Role Title: Therapist III

Hiring Range: Hourly rate up to $55 per hour.

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location: Wilson Wkfc Rehab Ctn

Agency Website: https://www.wwrc.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties:

Wilson Workforce and Rehabilitation Center (WWRC) Occupational Therapy services is seeking a physical therapist to provide direct client care and provide comprehensive and specialized evaluations, treatments, and consultation for adults (aged 18 and older) with neurologic and orthopedic disabilities as part of an interdisciplinary team to achieve goals toward developing, improving, or restoring independent living and vocational potential. All clinical services will be in accordance with the center’s compliance program, professional regulations and ethics, and established standards of care. Reviews client referral information (or consultants with Div. Mgr.) to assess the level of PT service indicated. The individual demonstrates a thorough understanding of and adherence to PT practice standards, ethical codes, organizational values, and policies/procedures; demonstrates advanced competence in providing and documenting client assessments; and delivers direct client care in compliance with PT licensure guidelines. The individual documents client treatment, including the client's response to treatment, using PT template reports, AWARE ASEs, or AWARE service notes within the required timeframe and effectively communicates with a broad range of paraprofessionals, professional staff, and clients.

This is an "as needed" position, so hours are variable, not more than 8-10 hrs/week max when needed and can’t exceed 1500 hours during their employment year. This position does not include health insurance, retirement, or leave.

Knowledge/Experience:
• Academic and clinical knowledge gained during the professional education curriculum.
• Advanced knowledge of, and experience with, principles and practice of PT techniques.
• Demonstrated competency in areas of PT evaluation and treatment.

Skills/Abilities:
• Ability to administer physical therapy treatments, including patient transfers, therapeutic modalities, & mobility training
• Ability to work as a team member in an interdisciplinary rehabilitation setting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Considerations:

• Licensed physical therapist or eligible for Virginia licensure
• Some Clinical experience as licensed physical therapist.

Special Instructions:

This has been designated a sensitive position under Va. Code § 2.2-1201.1.
A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the finalist candidate.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.