Acute Care Physical Therapist

Job Description

About Company

Sentara Health is a large, not-for-profit healthcare system operating across Virginia and Eastern North Carolina. It encompasses 12 Acute Care Hospitals, a medical group, and 55 outpatient therapy locations. Sentara is committed to delivering outstanding patient care and clinical outcomes, focusing on innovation and creating an extraordinary healthcare experience for its patients and members.

Guided by its mission, “We Improve Health Everyday,” Sentara upholds core cultural attributes: We Exist for Our Consumers, We Collaborate, We Empower, We Continuously Learn, and We Deliver. The organization advocates for the growth and development of its therapists and is nationally recognized for clinical quality and safety.

Sentara is an equal opportunity employer that prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its almost 30,000-member workforce, ensuring it reflects the communities it serves. It operates as a tobacco-free environment.

One of its key facilities is Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA, a 224-bed, technologically advanced acute care facility. It is a Certified Primary Stroke Center and offers specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, and a busy emergency department. It is also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area’s first dedicated orthopedic hospital.

Job Description, Detailed

Job Title: Acute Care Physical Therapist

City/State: Hampton, VA (specifically at Sentara CarePlex Hospital)

Work Shift: First (Days)

Employment Type: Part-Time opportunity with great benefits.

Overview and Responsibilities:
As an Acute Care Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for:
• Assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs.
• Working to improve functional mobility, relieve pain, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.
• Providing age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers.
• Supervising and assuming responsibility for care provided by identified team members.

Qualifications:
• Required Education: A Bachelor’s Level Degree.
• Required License: Active Physical Therapist License.
• Preferred Education: Master’s or Doctorate Level Degree is preferred.
• Experience: 1-year experience is required for “Resource Pool Applicants.”
• Certification (Specific): For Hampton Roads Outpatient facilities only (not direct for this Acute Care role), Direct Access certification must be obtained within one year of hire for those with a BS or MS degree.

Benefits (Competitive and Comprehensive Compensation Package):
Sentara Health offers a robust benefits package designed to meet individual needs, including:

• Financial & Educational Support:
• Tuition assistance up to $5,200-$5,250 annually.
• Medbridge access for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and patient home programs.
• Sentara-hosted education courses with employee discounts.
• Financial support for certifications.
• Generous student debt program up to $10,000 (no work commitment required).
• Relocation assistance.
• Referral bonus program up to $10,000.
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus based on system and employee eligibility criteria.

• Time Off & Leave:
• 24 days of paid time off annually (includes personal, vacation, and holidays, based on a 40-hour work week).
• 5 sick days annually (based on a 40-hour work week).
• Bereavement leave.
• 4 weeks paid parental leave.
• Caregiver leave up to 2 weeks.
• Emergency Backup Care.

• Retirement Plans:
• 403B with immediate company match, upon hire.
• 401A: 3% of annual salary employer contribution (for participating divisions).

• Family & Wellness Benefits:
• Adoption benefits up to $10,000 reimbursement.
• Fertility benefits (procedures/medications/IVF) up to $10,000 reimbursement.
• Paid short-term, long-term disability, and life insurance (1 time annual salary).
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Critical Illness plans.
• Pet Insurance.
• Local gym discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health support).
• Wellness programs.
• Legal Resources Plan.
• Auto, home, and travel insurance options.

Why Choose Sentara (Specific for Therapists):
• Diverse Work Settings: Opportunities to work in multiple settings including Acute Care, Inpatient Rehab, Outpatient Therapy (55 locations: orthopedics, neurological, pediatrics), Home Care, and PACE.
• Clinical Environment: State-of-the-Art Outpatient Facilities, Multi-disciplinary Settings, and numerous Specialty Therapy Programs offered.
• Career Growth: Ability to stay with the same organization while trying different work settings; Clinical and Advanced Specialist Programs (Career Ladders); Leadership Development and Advancement opportunities.
• Support & Flexibility: Mentorship Programs for New Therapists; Flexible Positions to Meet your Work Life Balance (Full Time, Part Time, and Flexi/PRN).
• Reputation: Excellent patient satisfaction, employee satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.