Physical Therapist

University Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in San Antonio, Texas seeks a Physical Therapist to plan, develop, and implement comprehensive treatment programs for patients. The role involves supervision of support staff and collaboration with other health care team members to ensure the best patient outcomes.

A Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required, along with a current license issued by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient care while participating in managerial and educational responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license to practice as a physical therapist.
• Preferred one year of experience as a licensed physical therapist.
• Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients.
• Supervise non-professional staff in patient care duties.
• Assist with managerial and educational duties assigned by the Rehab Manager.

Skills

Licensed physical therapist

Patient care supervision

Administration

Educational program participation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, develops and implements professionally competent, comprehensive individual and group treatment programs for inpatients and outpatients. Provides supervision of patient care duties delegated to non professional staff. Assists with managerial, administrative and educational duties as assigned by Rehab Manager. Performs professional, competent physical therapy treatment programs and related documentation on all assigned patients in an efficient and timely manner. Participates with other members of the health care team to facilitate maximum patient benefit and efficiency. Participates in and contributes to educational programs. Assists with evaluation and supervision of assistants, aides, volunteers and students as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Professional clinical experience not required. One year experience as a licensed physical therapist is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must have and maintain current license to practice as a physical therapist issued by the Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Ambulatory Therapist must be a participating Medicaid and Medicare provider or be eligible to obtain a Medicaid and Medicare provider number.