Job Description

Virtual Physical Therapist (Telehealth PT)

Meritus Physical Therapy

Meritus Physical Therapy is seeking a Virtual Physical Therapist (PT) to join our growing telehealth care team This role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered physical therapy services through a virtual care platform.

The Virtual PT will evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult patients with conditions appropriate for telehealth therapy. This position requires a clinician who is comfortable working independently while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

If you are a passionate Physical Therapist who values evidence-based practice, patient engagement, and innovative care delivery, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive virtual evaluations and re-evaluations for outpatient populations
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care in alignment with physician orders and hospital protocols
• Deliver and adapt therapeutic interventions based on patient progress and clinical needs via telehealth
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Prepare patients for transition to in-person care when appropriate
• Provide discharge planning, patient education, and community resource recommendations
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and proper telehealth consent procedures
• Assist patients with basic technical troubleshooting to support engagement in virtual sessions
• Maintain ethical clinical standards and participate in ongoing professional development

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (MPT or DPT required)
• Current Physical Therapist license (multi-state licensure preferred)
• 1–2 years of outpatient or hospital-based clinical experience
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Ability to perform all essential job functions after an initial three-month onboarding period
• Strong interpersonal, patient engagement, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently in a virtual care environment
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms and technology

Preferred

• Experience in hospital outpatient rehabilitation or telehealth services
• Familiarity with Epic or similar electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Compact Physical Therapy license

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while conducting virtual visits
• Ability to demonstrate therapeutic exercises virtually
• Adequate visual and auditory acuity for remote patient assessment

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.