Physical Therapist- Fairfax Family Practice

Exciting opportunity to join our FAIRFAX FAMILY PRACTICE as an Outpatient Physical Therapist! This is a great team dedicated to our motivated and driven patients eager to regain their skills back.

Consult with doctors on the treatment plans and results.

The Physical Therapist 1 selects evaluations and treatment methods appropriate for the patient's diagnosis, age group, and physical / emotional status while formulating appropriate treatment plans.

Demonstrates essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities, equipment, and protocols. Performs re-evaluations according to department guidelines while adjusting treatment plans accordingly.

Inova Benefits and Perks :

• Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and Educational Assistance
• Student loan assistance - up to $10,000!
• State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
• Paid parental leave for birth / adoption of a child.
• Retirement benefits with match from day one
• Free Parking to all employees
• Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!

Schedule : M-F, 8 hour shifts

Job Responsibilities :

• Documents the results of evaluations clearly and completely by including all essential elements according to department policy.
• Completes daily progress notes that reflect patients' responses to treatment, actual performance, and an assessment as to status relevant to the treatment plan in addition to eventual discharge needs and treatment summaries if needed.
• Completes discharge notes that include a summary of the course of treatment, progress toward goals, discharge needs, recommendations for follow-up and patient and / or family education.
• Documents clearly, concisely and legibly within established timeframes (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursements).
• Documents evidence of patient and family / caregiver education.
• Contacts families, physicians or other healthcare team members in anticipation of special needs of the patients or families in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment plans.
• Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and motivation and includes families / caregivers in education and training.
• Demonstrates collaboration in communication with team members and is open to feedback and receptive to change.
• Gives appropriate instruction and supervision to assistive personnel consistent with program / clinic policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assumes leadership roles in committees, department processes and special projects in accordance with

Requirements :

Certification - Basic Life Support Upon Start

Licensure - Va. Physical Therapist Upon Start

Experience - Not required but preferred

Education - Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy- masters preferred