Job Summary

The Columbia VA Health Care System is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (GS-12) to provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services for adult and geriatric patients. This role involves independent clinical judgment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care in a complex outpatient setting.

Duties

Administer physical therapy programs for adult and geriatric patients.
Plan and carry out treatment where therapeutic objectives are complex.
Conduct evaluations, interpret findings, and establish diagnoses within PT scope.
Develop, modify, and implement patient treatment plans and education programs.
Monitor patient progress and adapt interventions as needed.
Communicate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and PT students.
Employ innovative motivational techniques and adapt equipment/procedures.
Maintain timely written and verbal communication with the care team.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship and English proficiency required.
Unrestricted license to practice Physical Therapy in a U.S. state/territory/D.C.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in PT + 5 years experience, OR
- Master’s degree in PT + 2 years experience, OR
- Doctorate in PT (DPT).
Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited PT program.
Must pass drug screening, background investigation, onboarding, and seasonal flu vaccination requirements.
Physical ability to lift, push, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, and reach.

Qualifications (GS-12)

One year of experience at the GS-11 level.
Demonstrated skills in:
- Independent evaluation and treatment (Direct Access).
- Complex examinations across musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary systems.
- Interpreting findings, setting goals, and determining prognosis.
- Establishing diagnoses and identifying appropriate interventions.
- Supervising PT Assistants and students.

Preferred Experience: Power mobility assessments, pelvic health, orthopedic cases, and treatment of neurological/vestibular diagnoses.

Benefits

Federal employment includes a comprehensive benefits package, with healthcare, retirement, paid leave, and career development opportunities.

How to Apply

Complete your application package via USAJobs before 11:59 PM ET on September 19, 2025. Include:

Resume (detailed with dates/hours worked per week).
Current PT License.
Transcript.
Supporting documents for Veterans’ Preference, if applicable.

Preview Questionnaire

Agency Contact:
Kunita Snead
Email: Kunita.Snead@va.gov
Columbia VA Health Care System
6439 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, SC 29209

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