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 #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
thomas.ellis4@va.gov · 713-791-1414 X149983
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $74678 – $116362/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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