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About this Physical Therapist - Acute Care role at VCU Health

VCU Health · Onsite · Richmond, VA
**$10,000 sign on bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply.**

The Physical Therapist I job is primarily responsible for the delivery of physical therapy care to the patient population to which she/he is assigned and the recording of that care in the hospital medical record.

The Physical Therapist acts as a consultant to various patient clinics, provides instruction to PT support staff, students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. Therapists may also rotate through our various clinical service areas.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area Experience REQUIRED: New graduate to up to 2 years of work experience as a Physical Therapist* *Employee is expected to progress to a Physical Therapist Clinician II level within two years of employment at VCUHS Experience PREFERRED: Previous affiliation or work experience at a similar facility Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy Education/training PREFERRED: Masters or Doctoral Degree from an accredited School of Physical Therapy Independent action(s) required: Patient evaluation and implementation of plan of care, discharge planning. Ordering equipment. Representing department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): Employee may have supervisory responsibilities of Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers. Employee is a member of a self-directed team and applies his knowledge and experience in daily clinic problem solving. The team will bring unresolved issues to departmental manager for assistance and guidance in their resolution. Additional position requirements: Employee is expected to share in weekend and holiday schedule expectations of the department or have a fluctuation of daily work hours from 8 AM to 7 PM based on patient population needs. Age Specific groups served: Pediatrics Adolescence Adults Geriatrics Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

 

 

Compensation Ranges: Physical Therapist I: $68,660.80 - $106,433.60 Physical Therapist II: $75,524.80 - $117,083.20 Physical Therapist III: $83,096.00 - $128,772.80 Actual Salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

 

 

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How this Physical Therapist salary compares

This role pays $105,934/yrbelow the typical range for Physical Therapist roles.

$99,217 median $105,934 $141,440

Typical range $105,934–$127,884/yr, from 8 comparable Physical Therapist listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Physical Therapist salary insights →

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