Physical Therapist / PT

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day.

With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care.

As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

Friendship is looking for a Full Time Physical Therapist to join our Friendship Richfield Outpatient Therapy team, located in Salem, VA. The Physical Therapist is responsible for creating therapy plans that improve and encourage resident recovery and wellness. They will create individual treatment plans to meet the needs of each resident.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Complete screenings and patient evaluations according to departmental policies and procedures
• Establish, implement and execute goal-oriented treatment plans and programs in coordination with other departments
• Adhere to departmental, organization and regulatory agency policies and procedures
• Evaluate treatment plan progressions to identify any deficiencies and make adjustments as may be necessary
• Participate in program development, quality assurance and improvement efforts
• Identify areas of opportunity to improve quality of care for residents and/or improve departmental operations
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and facility policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s degree required
• Physical Therapy license in the state of Virginia required
• Experience in a long-term care/rehabilitation facility preferred

This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Full Time Positions

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.