Valerie Cortez

Physical Therapist · Vcu Health

physical therapist Midlothian, VA

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
30 years
since Jul 1996
Gender
Female

Experience

Physical TherapistCurrent
Vcu Health
Since Jul 1996 · 30 years · Midlothian, VA

Education

Virginia Commonwealth University
Doctorate in Physical Therapy
Simmons College
Bachelor's degree

About Vcu Health

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Office Location
1431 Johnston Willis Dr, Richmond, VA

Professional Overview

Valerie Cortez is a Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Vcu Health, based in Midlothian, VA. As a physical therapist, Cortez contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Midlothian, VA. They have been with Vcu Health for 30 years. Cortez holds academic credentials, including Doctorate in Physical Therapy and Bachelor's degree, from Virginia Commonwealth University and Simmons College. Vcu Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. 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 Midlothian, VA 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.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Valerie Cortez is one of them.
  • 1,636 physical therapists are based in VA (out of 33,258 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,004 contacts at Vcu Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in VA: $78,000 – $130,000 (median $99,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in VA: Inova Health System (48), Sentara Health (37), Sentara Healthcare (36).
  • 6% of physical therapists in VA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 80% of physical therapists in VA have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting physical therapist

Physical therapists are in short supply nationwide, with the BLS projecting 17% growth through 2033. Direct outreach to licensed PTs via personal email yields the highest response rates compared to passive job postings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Valerie Cortez located?

Valerie Cortez is based in Midlothian, VA. They are currently affiliated with Vcu Health.

What is Valerie Cortez's specialty?

Valerie Cortez specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist.

Where does Valerie Cortez currently work?

Valerie Cortez currently works at Vcu Health. They have been there for 30 years.

What is Valerie Cortez's educational background?

Valerie Cortez attended Virginia Commonwealth University and Simmons College.

How do I contact Valerie Cortez for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a physical therapist?

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

physical therapists in VA typically earn $78,000 to $130,000 annually, with a median of $99,000. 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.

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