This position is for a physical therapist in the Therapy department/SCI Service line at the VA Augusta Health Care System in Augusta, Georgia. The physical therapist works with patients who have spinal cord injuries or diseases. The goals are to improve the quality and efficiency of care while being ethical and responsible with resources. The therapist helps prevent, manage, and rehabilitate both acute and chronic spinal cord injuries and conditions
Major duties may include, but are not limited to: Receives and interprets consults: Reviews medical records to assess the appropriateness of referrals to Physical Therapy and checks for possible contraindications. Conducts independent evaluations: Performs comprehensive Physical Therapy assessments, including medical history and various tests and measurements for Veterans.
Interprets both test results and medical record information, adapting tests as needed for complex disabilities or medical conditions. Implements patient treatment plans: Uses evaluation data to develop thorough treatment plans and goals, actively involving patients, families, and caregivers in the goal-setting process. Modifies treatment as needed: Updates treatment plans based on ongoing re-evaluation findings to meet both short- and long-term goals more effectively.
Applies professional knowledge: Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Physical Therapy theories and treatment applications through assessments and therapeutic or reconditioning procedures. Responds to adverse reactions: Identifies adverse responses to treatment and takes immediate, effective action to address them.
Motivates and adapts interventions: Uses motivational techniques to encourage patient participation and adapts equipment and procedures to support a wide range of complex treatment activities. Work Schedule: 24 hours, flexible over the week to include Sat 7:30-11:30 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 63011F, 63012F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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/.
tamika.mitchell2@va.gov · 334-272-4670 X56105
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $83571 – $119633/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-14.
This is a 24 Hours position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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