PHYSICAL THERAPIST- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

## Summary Description The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with vestibular disorders, balance and dizziness conditions, TMJ dysfunction, and headache disorders, with a focus on restoring function and quality of life through specialized rehabilitation. Join our team and receive a **$10,000 Sign-On Bonus** for eligible new hires**.** Bonus terms and eligibility requirements apply. ## Responsibilities - Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients presenting with vestibular dysfunction (BPPV, vestibular neuritis, Meniere's, PPPD, post-concussive dizziness), balance and fall-risk conditions, TMJ disorders, and cervicogenic or tension-type headaches; establish PT diagnoses and develop individualized plans of care. - Deliver specialized interventions including canalith repositioning maneuvers (Epley, Semont, BBQ roll), gaze stabilization and habituation exercises, balance and gait retraining, TMJ manual therapy and neuromuscular re-education, and cervical spine treatment for headache management. - Complete and submit all evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries via EMR in compliance with HIPAA. - Maintain a patient treatment schedule consistent with clinic needs. - Communicate regularly with referring physicians (ENT, neurology, dentistry, primary care) and others involved in the patient's care regarding progress, modifications, and additional needs. - Attend clinic meetings as required. - Ensure all clinic routines and procedures are carried out as outlined. - Stay current with evidence-based practice in vestibular rehabilitation, concussion management, TMD, and headache treatment. - Oversee scheduling, documentation, and inventory for the assigned clinical area. - Orient new personnel to clinic programs and procedures. - Assist the Lead Physical Therapist in developing new specialty programs and revising clinical procedures as needed. - Actively participate in and adhere to all policies and procedures as enumerated in the Corporate Compliance program. ## Qualifications - Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program (Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college required as prerequisite). - Current Physical Therapy license in the State of Virginia. - CPR certified. - 2 years of outpatient PT experience required. - Vestibular experience greatly preferred. - Experience treating TMJ dysfunction and headache disorders strongly preferred. - Familiarity with concussion / post-concussive management a plus. - Excellent critical thinking skills and an understanding of process improvement techniques. - Self-initiator for projects, improvement activities, and evaluation methods. - Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). ## Environmental / Working Conditions - Medical office setting. - Well-lit and well-ventilated adequate space. - Exposure to communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a clinic setting. ## Physical / Mental Demands - Must be able to view a computer screen for extended periods. - Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling, and pushing of equipment, etc.