Ortho Physical Therapist - 10 AM Start Time

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Physical Therapist with expertise in clinical specializations such as Acute Care and Pediatrics. This full-time position demands excellent teamwork, clinical judgment, and strong communication skills, focusing on optimizing patient treatment.

The successful candidate will receive a robust benefits package including health insurance and paid time off from day one, fostering a culture of innovation and compassion in care.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure in Texas.
• Good clinical judgment to prioritize patient treatment.
• Ability to set goals for patient problems.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and design treatment plans.
• Prepare for patient discharge efficiently.
• Record patient progress accurately.

Skills

Therapeutic principles and practices

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Efficient organization of patient treatment time

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Why UT Southwestern

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research centre, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Job Summary

Seeking Physical Therapist with the following clinical specialisations: Acute Care, Cardiovascular & Pulmonary, Geriatrics, Neurology, Oncology, Pediatrics, and Women’s Health to join our dynamic team.

Schedule & Training

• Full‑time: 5 days/week, 8 hours/day (40 hours total).
• During training: Follow your trainer’s start time, including weekends.
• Post‑training: Start at 10 AM
• Full‑time OT/PT staff qualify for overtime pay if working over 40 hours/week.
• Paid at 1.5 times your hourly rate for hours beyond 40/week.
• No double pay for overtime and holiday premium.
• 3 weekend shifts/month for the first 2 years; 2 weekend shifts/month thereafter.
• Mandatory work on Thanksgiving and Christmas as part of a rotating schedule.
• Second Shift (Evening): Clock out after 7:07 PM then pays from 2:45 PM.
• Third Shift (Night): Clock out after 3:07 AM then pays from 10:45 PM.
• Weekend Shift: Clock out after 10:45 PM Friday to 7:15 AM Monday.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited physical therapy program at the bachelor level and eligibility for licensure in Texas.
• Knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices; good clinical judgment; ability to prioritise and maximise patient treatment potential.
• Ability to identify, record, and set goals for patient problems; design and evaluate treatment plans; monitor progress; and prepare for discharge.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills; efficient organisation of patient treatment time; accurate documentation of progress.

No Experience Required

• Active CPR (or BASIC LIFE SUPPORT) certification upon hire or within specified period.
• Physical Therapist licensure in Texas upon hire.

Preferred

• 1 year of clinical experience.

Job Duties

• Knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices; good clinical judgment.
• Identify and record problem areas on evaluation; set goals with realistic timeframes.
• Analyse and design treatment plans; determine if planned treatment is effective and progress patient timely.
• Prepare for patient discharge in an organised and efficient manner, including accurate submission of equipment needs.
• Foster teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating two‑way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
• Organise patient treatment time efficiently.
• Record patient progress in a concise, accurate, and timely fashion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorises UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.