Physical Therapist

Direct Orthopedic Care; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Orthopedic Care in Irving, TX seeks a full-time Physical Therapist to assess, plan and implement evidence-based rehabilitation for orthopedic conditions. You will perform functional assessments, guide exercise programs and collaborate with surgeons and clinicians across the care continuum.

The role requires DPT or equivalent and Texas licensure or eligibility, with experience in orthopedic settings preferred and a strong focus on patient-centered care and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Medicine and Physical Therapy with ability to interpret orthopedic diagnoses and plans.
• Expertise in Rehabilitation and Patient Care, including functional assessments, therapeutic exercise and manual therapy.
• Experience supporting Home Care programs with clear instructions and progressive home exercises.
• Active Texas state licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• DPT or equivalent accredited degree required.
• Prior experience in orthopedic or musculoskeletal settings preferred.
• Strong communication, time management and documentation skills in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to inclusive, patient-centered care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate guests with acute and chronic orthopedic conditions and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and guide patients through exercise programs.
• Conduct functional and mobility assessments to track progress.
• Educate guests and caregivers on injury prevention, home exercise programs and recovery expectations.
• Collaborate with surgeons, physician assistants and other clinicians to ensure coordinated care.
• Document clinical findings and progress in the medical record and support discharge planning.
• Contribute to quality improvement and best practices for orthopedic rehabilitation.

Skills

Rehabilitation

Physical Therapy

Patient Education

Communication

Documentation

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Company Description

Direct Orthopedic Care (DOC) is a multidisciplinary team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons, pain management specialists, orthopedic specialty-trained physician assistants, and physical therapists. Working within the Pioneer Health System, DOC delivers coordinated care from initial injury through surgery and rehabilitation. DOC operates walk-in, immediate-access orthopedic clinics that are open seven days a week with no appointment required. Guests with orthopedic injuries or chronic conditions receive prompt, specialized care without the time or expense of an emergency room visit. The team is committed to efficient, high-quality orthopedic care in a patient-focused environment.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Physical Therapist role is based in Irving, TX. The Physical Therapist will evaluate guests with acute and chronic orthopedic conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting functional and mobility assessments, guiding patients through exercise programs, manual therapy, and other modalities, and educating guests and their caregivers on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and recovery expectations. The role involves close collaboration with surgeons, physician assistants, and other clinicians to ensure coordinated care across the continuum of treatment. The Physical Therapist will document clinical findings and progress in the medical record, support discharge planning, and contribute to quality improvement and best practices for orthopedic rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Medicine and Physical Therapy, with the ability to interpret orthopedic diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Expertise in Rehabilitation and Patient Care, including functional assessments, therapeutic exercise, and manual therapy.
• Experience supporting Home Care programs through clear instructions, patient education, and safe progression of home exercises.
• Active state licensure as a Physical Therapist (or eligibility to obtain licensure in Texas).
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent accredited degree required.
• Prior experience in orthopedic or musculoskeletal settings preferred.
• Strong communication, time management, and documentation skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to inclusive, patient-centered care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.