Job Title: Physical Therapist - Orthopedic Center Ivy Rd
Company Name:
UVA Health
Location:
Charlottesville, VA United States
Position Type:
Full Time
Post Date:
03/09/2026
Expire Date:
03/16/2026
Job Categories:
Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Counseling
Job Description
Physical Therapist - Orthopedic Center Ivy Rd
A Physical Therapist 2 consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of complex patients. In doing so the Physical Therapist 2 acts as a role model and supervisor for junior staff and helps identify patients who have unmet physical therapy needs. This level of therapist seeks and provides feedback for improved clinical practice and begins to assume a leadership role but seeks mentoring in this process. A Physical Therapist 2 is focused on expanding clinical knowledge and skills beyond the entry level and sharing this knowledge through in-services and mentoring PT1s in coordination of care with the other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Therapists at this level may be asked to contribute to performance appraisals. The PT2 is expected to serve as a primary clinical instructor for students.
Performs physical therapy examinations according to professional standards and departmental policy
Demonstrates knowledge of intervention options and executes a program of skilled physical therapy intervention.
Actively participates in professional growth of self and others.
Actively participates in quality improvement and program development.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy Experience: 6 months relevant experience Licensure: Licensed to practice in Physical Therapy in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
