Outpatient Physical Therapist
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Before you apply
Salary$49 – $67/hr
LocationSmithfield Cypress Run Plaza – Smithfield, Virginia
Work modeon-site
SeniorityMid
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 29, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live4d ago
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Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy
License Physical Therapy (PT) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire
Board Certified Geriatric Specialist - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire
Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire
Specialist Certification-Neurology - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) - Academy of Lymphatic Studies (ACOLS) Upon Hire
Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) Upon Hire
CAPP-Pelvic - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Pelvic Floor Upon Hire
2 years Physical Therapist in Outpatient Specialty
Smithfield, Virginia
Hiring Range
About the role
$48.90 - $67.28/Hourly
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
Overview
The Outpatient Physical Therapy Specialist I will perform evaluations, determine diagnoses, develop a plan of care, perform procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
In addition to all the responsibilities of a staff therapist, the Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinical Specialist I will also treat a patient population specific to a physical therapy board certification recognized by the APTA (Orthopedic, Sports, Women’s Health, Neurologic) and/or clinical specialization (Certified Hand Therapist, Pelvic Floor, Lymphedema) that bears necessary contact hour requirement/past clinical experience as determined by therapy leadership.
What you will do
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Performs evaluations, determines PT diagnoses, develops plan of care, and performs therapy procedures allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
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Evaluates and assesses the patient timely, based on principles outlined by practice guidelines, evidence based guidelines and regulatory standards (state & organizational policies, requirements of accrediting bodies, etc.). Assesses and documents progress for evaluation, billing and reporting purposes.
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Actively builds and maintains physician relationships, educating internal therapy team (PTs and PTAs), provides in-services and markets specialty services to physician groups, RHS staff and the community at large.
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Assists and participates in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
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Follows and carries out the treatment plan. Modifies to maximize therapeutic benefit and meet discharge criteria and returns to optimal level of care. Utilizes testing results and develops updated plan of care based on principles outlined in appropriate evidence based guidelines.
QualificationsEducation
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Bachelors Degree, Physical Therapy (Required)
Experience
Nice to have
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2 years Physical Therapist in Outpatient Specialty (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
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License Physical Therapy (PT) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
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CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
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Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire(Required) or
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Board Certified Geriatric Specialist - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire(Required) or
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Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire(Required) or
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Specialist Certification-Neurology - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Upon Hire(Required) or
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Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) - Academy of Lymphatic Studies (ACOLS) Upon Hire(Required) or
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Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) Upon Hire(Required) or
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CAPP-Pelvic - American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Pelvic Floor Upon Hire(Required)
About the company
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.