What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Clinical Leader - Inpatient position at Sheltering Arms?
Physical Therapy Clinical Leader – Inpatient
Sheltering Arms and VCU Health have come together to create Sheltering Arms Institute, a non-profit, state-of-the-science destination inpatient rehabilitation hospital and network of outpatient centers. The Institute blends advanced technology, research, and evidence-based clinical care to create an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care. Ranked among the nation’s best rehabilitation hospitals and the top physical rehab provider in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, our organizational values and approach to care facilitate superior patient outcomes and the realization of Sheltering Arms Institute’s vision to reinvent rehabilitation. To reach that goal, we need talented team members who will contribute to our culture and patient-centric model of care. Our culture statement acts as the blueprint for aligning our choices and actions with our mission and vision. Join us on our journey to reinvent rehabilitation for life beyond limits.
Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a Physical Therapy Clinical Leader with expertise in Spinal Cord Injury to join the inpatient team. The Spinal Cord Injury Physical Therapy Clinical Leader provides quality, comprehensive, patient-centered physical therapy services including patient examination (ages 13 ), development and administration of a treatment plan, documentation and communication with team members, and clinical direction and supervision to licensed/non-licensed personnel. Instructs therapy support staff, students, other team members, and patient and/or caregivers. In addition to clinical responsibilities, serves as a mentor, knowledge translator, and program leader heavily involved in program development. This position works solely in specialized care areas that include Spinal Cord Injury and Complex Care.
Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience in inpatient rehabilitation preferred
- At least 3 years’ experience with a specialty population of interest
- Experience with robotic walking devices preferred
Education/Certifications
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program required
- Doctoral degree from an accredited physical therapy program and/or a specialty practice certification preferred
- Virginia licensure to practice or eligibility and application for licensure by the Physical Therapy Board of the Virginia State Board of Health Professions
- Board certified clinical specialist strongly preferred
- Diagnostic specialty certification preferred
- Healthcare Professionals CPR required
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.