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Valerie Rucker-Bussie

Physical Therapist

physical therapist Washington, DC Capitol Physical Therapy

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

6 years at Capitol Physical Therapy

Connections

433

Position in HealthTal Database

75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Valerie Rucker-Bussie is one of them.
202 physical therapists are based in DC (out of 4,172 total healthcare contacts in that state).
11 contacts at Capitol Physical Therapy are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical physical therapist compensation in DC: $90,000 – $150,000 (median $114,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of physical therapists in DC: Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospital (9), The George Washington University Hospital (5), Inova Health System (4).
7% of physical therapists in DC hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
88% of physical therapists in DC have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

MGH Institute of Health Professions

Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor's Degree, Human and Organizational Development: Health and Human Services

About Capitol Physical Therapy

Industry

Health Wellness And Fitness

Office Location

Washington D.C., DC

Professional Overview

Valerie Rucker-Bussie is a Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Capitol Physical Therapy, based in Washington, DC. As a physical therapist, Rucker-Bussie contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Washington, DC. They have been with Capitol Physical Therapy for 6 years. Rucker-Bussie holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) and Bachelor's Degree, Human and Organizational Development: Health and Human Services, from MGH Institute of Health Professions and Vanderbilt University. Capitol Physical Therapy operates in the Health Wellness And Fitness sector. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physical therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Washington, DC healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting physical therapist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Valerie Rucker-Bussie located?

Valerie Rucker-Bussie is based in Washington, DC. They are currently affiliated with Capitol Physical Therapy.

What is Valerie Rucker-Bussie's specialty?

Valerie Rucker-Bussie specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist.

Where does Valerie Rucker-Bussie currently work?

Valerie Rucker-Bussie currently works at Capitol Physical Therapy. They have been there for 6 years.

What is Valerie Rucker-Bussie's educational background?

Valerie Rucker-Bussie attended MGH Institute of Health Professions and Vanderbilt University.

How do I contact Valerie Rucker-Bussie for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a physical therapist?

Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physical therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a physical therapist in DC?

physical therapists in DC typically earn $90,000 to $150,000 annually, with a median of $114,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.