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Lifepoint Health·Lynchburg, Virginia
Physical Therapist (PT) · $55 - $55/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 36 posted allied health roles in Lynchburg, Virginia rates. This role sits in the 94th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 54% above the Lynchburg, Virginia median for allied health roles.
The Physical Therapist assesses patient needs, initiates physical therapy interventions, and monitors progress toward short- and long-term goals. They also provide oversight for Physical Therapist Assistants and therapy techs while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.
PRN: Your experience matters
Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!
More about our team
Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is a brand-new 50 bed inpatient rehabilitation facility that recently opened. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of injuries and illnesses in a compassionate, comfortable environment.
How you'll contribute
Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.
Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short- and long-term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.
Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Applicants must hold a current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice and possess a current BLS/CPR certification. Previous experience in an inpatient rehabilitation setting is preferred.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!
What we're looking for
$55.00 per hour.
Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Market context
Physical therapist roles in Virginia are typically in steady demand across schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and rehab settings. Competition often centers on licensure readiness, hands-on patient care experience, and the ability to manage physically demanding work while supporting mobility goals. Review the original posting carefully and confirm your Virginia license status, since this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you save time by condensing the source job description.