Outpatient Therapy- Physical Therapist

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site childcare

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide patient-focused therapy services in a hospital setting. The position emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient safety, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Entry-level candidates are considered, with preferred 1 year of PT experience; licensure in Texas is required upon hire, and on-site benefits include comprehensive coverage and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Has knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices with good clinical judgment. Maximizes patient safety and treatment potential.
• Identifies and records problems areas on evaluation; projects goals with realistic time frames.
• Analyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals; assesses progress.
• Prepares for patient discharge with organized, efficient submission of equipment needs.
• Fosters teamwork by fair treatment, open communication and collaboration.
• Organizes patient treatment time efficiently.
• Records patient progress concisely and timely.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Therapeutic principles

Clinical judgment

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Texas licensure eligibility upon hire

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 center, 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

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• 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
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree Graduate from accredited physical therapy program at the Bachelor level and is eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.

• Experience
  No experience required

• Licenses and Certifications
  Active cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire or
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) certification upon hire.
  (LPT) LIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas upon hire.

Preferred

• Experience
  1 year of PT experience

JOB DUTIES

• Has knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices good clinical judgment. Does not compromise the patient's or another's safety, while at the same time maximizes the patient's treatment potential.
• Identifies and records problems areas on evaluation. For each problem identified, projects reasonable goals with realistic time frames.
• Analyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals. Determines if planned treatment is effective and progresses patient in a timely fashion.
• Prepares for patient discharge in an organized and efficient manner including timely and accurate submission of equipment needs. Displays good knowledge of patient's resources and needs.
• Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.
• Organizes patient treatment time efficiently.
• Records patient's progress in a concise, accurate, and timely fashion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement

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, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.