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Kinesiotherapist - Veterans Health Administration

2 months ago


West Columbia, South Carolina, United States VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a highly skilled Kinesiotherapist to join our team at the Veterans Health Administration. As a Kinesiotherapist, you will play a critical role in providing rehabilitation interventions to patients with diverse and multiple disabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct independent assessments using highly specialized evaluations and diagnostic fitness testing procedures to evaluate patients' overall physical condition.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans based on physiological, kinesiological, and psychological knowledge to improve patients' physical fitness or conditioning.
  • Provide skilled rehabilitation interventions to patients with diverse and multiple disabilities, including those with balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, endurance, skills, and aptitudes.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide total health care delivery and continuity of care to patients.
  • Develop and implement patient education materials, handouts, and forms to promote patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
  • Supervise Kinesiotherapy students, therapy aides, work study students, and volunteers working with patients.
  • Provide additional training and in-services for both KT staff and other VA staff members as assigned based on their advanced educational degrees, specialized certifications, and/or job requirements or job duties specific to KT.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program, with a concentration/emphasis in kinesiotherapy.
  • Registration as a kinesiotherapist in good standing with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP).
  • One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level or education equivalent to two full years of progressively higher level graduate education or a master's degree from a university or college in the field of kinesiotherapy or an exercise science related field.
  • Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in kinesiotherapy, including knowledge of policies and procedures, assistive devices, evaluation and assessment tools, and therapeutic techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior experience with wellness programs and general exercise science.
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.
  • The opportunity to work with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.