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Lynchburg, Virginia

Physical Therapist (PRN)

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$45-$50/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job description

Company Description
Locally owned and operated for 55+ years, Rehab Associates of Central Virginia has been the area’s outpatient physical therapy clinic, focusing on putting our patients’ needs first. Our physical therapists have advanced degrees in specialty orthopedic care from head to toe. From musculoskeletal headaches to lower back pain to heel pain syndrome. Our sixteen clinics offer specialty programs and are proud to be a National PT Practice of the Year. We are consistently recognized nationally for Outcomes in Excellence. We are very proud of our services and the depth of knowledge and passion we bring to them.
AI Documentation available to ALL clinicians!
Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, generous paid time off, and more.
Supportive, collaborative team culture.
Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership.
Clinic mentorship.
Employee discount plans.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Family-friendly work environment.
Job Description
We offer diverse specialized services, including Back Pain, Concussion, Vestibular/Vertigo, Dry Needling, Foot and Ankle, Geriatrics, Head, Neck, and Facial Pain, Health and fitness, Industrial Rehabilitation, Local School Sports, and Manual Therapy. Rehab Associates of Central Virginia’s strong patient population further defines its reputation for delivering effective, personalized healthcare solutions.
Assesses patients and develops and initiates treatment plans based on the evaluation results.
Review the Physician's referral (Prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required.
Provides direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
Documents findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers.
Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
Implements physical therapy treatment program and provides essential physical therapy treatments.
Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies.
Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports.
Qualifications
Graduate from CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current state of Virginia license or ability to obtain Virginia license and CPR certification.
Able to create and implement outpatient balance and vestibular rehabilitation-setting treatment plans.
Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment.
Possesses basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems, Database software, and MS Office.

Compensation: USD 45 - USD 50 - hourly

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist will assess patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and provide direct care based on physician referrals. They are also responsible for documenting patient progress and overseeing the care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningElectronic medical recordsClinical mentorshipMusculoskeletal care

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 50% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

In Virginia, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (318 salary observations; 699 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (11,876 salary observations; 27,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $98k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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About US Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Garden City, NY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Generous Paid Time Off
AI Documentation
Clinic Mentorship
Employee Discount Plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)