Physical Therapist - Full-time

Universal Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Tuition savings

Career development

Pet insurance

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Texas NeuroRehab Center in Austin, TX, seeks a Physical Therapist for the PABI unit to help patients with neurological impairments return to active lives at home and in the community.

The successful candidate will assess and diagnose patients, develop personalized treatment plans, and work with an interdisciplinary team. Licensure in Texas and 1+ year of PT experience preferred, with Acute Care/Neuro exposure advantageous.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Knowledge of neurodevelopment, motor control and neurological dysfunction.
• Current Texas Physical Therapy License.
• At least one year of practice as a physical therapist.
• Experience in Acute Care and/or a Neuro setting recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT consultation regarding treatment issues.
• Provide PT evaluations to patients.
• Complete assigned documentation according to guidelines set forth by the facility and APTA.
• Provide supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and PT Aides.

Education

Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Responsibilities

Texas NeuroRehab Center is a specialized treatment facility located ten minutes from downtown Austin on 67 wooded acres. We have served the Austin community for over 80-years and are proud of our history and tenured leadership team.

Today, Texas NeuroRehab Center provides complex medical and brain injury rehab for ages 13 years and older and neurobehavioral residential treatment services for children and adolescents. The capabilities of the facility as a whole allow for integrated and specialized care for children, adolescents and adults facing difficult challenges.

Texas NeuroRehab Center is looking for a Physical Therapist for our PABI unit with experience and passion in helping people with neurological impairments to join our team! The ideal candidate will have experience in providing physical therapy services to individuals with neurological impairments such as CVA, TBI and SCI. The successful candidate will be able to assess and diagnose patients, develop creative individualized treatment plans, work closely with an interdisciplinary team and provide therapeutic interventions that help people to return to active lives at home and in the community. This position would serve throughout our continuum of care in LTACH, IPR, and Post-Acute Brain Injury Programs as needed. If you’re passionate about helping others and are committed to providing the highest quality of care in a fun, stimulating environment JOIN US!”

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide PT consultation regarding treatment issues.
• Provide PT evaluations to patients.
• Complete assigned documentation according to guidelines set forth by the facility and APTA.
• Provide supervision to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and PT Aides.

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

The following are the job requirements for the Physical Therapist position:

EDUCATION

Masters or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. Knowledge of neurodevelopment, motor control and neurological dysfunction.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Current Texas Physical Therapy License.

EXPERIENCE

At least one year of practice as a physical therapist. Experience in Acute Care and/or a Neuro setting highly recommended.

PHYSICAL/GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Able to sustain physical activity eight hours a day. Able to remain on feet eight hours per day. Able to frequently lift, carry, and lower 50 pounds without assistance. Able to push patients in wheelchairs up and down hills. Able to transfer patients to and from wheelchairs. Able to verbally communicate so as to explain treatment to the patient, allow patient to be an active participant, and to de‑escalate a crisis situation. Able to visually observe and convey in writing patient progress and behavior. Able to use hands repetitively. Regular and expected attendance. Hearing and vision sufficient to perform essential job functions. Physically, mentally, emotionally, and legally capable of fulfilling all job components. Able to complete training program.

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