Physical Therapist II

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is seeking a Physical Therapist II to deliver quality care to patients requiring physical therapy. The role involves evaluating patients, planning and implementing treatment programs, and documenting all treatments accurately.

The ideal candidate will have two years of PT experience, a current Texas license, and CPR certification. Working in conjunction with a health care team, the PT educates patients and families while addressing varying age-related needs.

Qualifications

• Two years of Physical Therapy experience required.
• Current license as a Physical Therapist in Texas required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and plan treatment programs.
• Document all treatments accurately.
• Educate patients and families about care.

Skills

Knowledge of physical therapy principles and procedures

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent

Completion of an appropriate Clinical Instructor course

Completion of NDNQI Pressure Treatment Training

Job description

Job Description

The Physical Therapist II functions independently and consistently in the delivery of quality care to patients requiring physical therapy in accordance with individual patient needs, physician orders, department policies and procedures, and standards of practice. The role evaluates patients, plans and implements treatment programs, and documents all treatments accurately. The PT works in conjunction with other members of the health care team to ensure patient needs are met, educates patients and families, and provides care to patients of varying ages with age‑related needs.

Skills

• Knowledge of physical therapy principles and procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem‑solving ability to determine the best methods to address patient problems.

Experience

• Two years of Physical Therapy experience required.
• Current license as a Physical Therapist in the state of Texas required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Education And Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, or equivalent education if trained outside of the U.S. required.
• Completion of an appropriate Clinical Instructor (CI) course; or completion within three months of hire.
• Completion of the National Databases of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI) Pressure Treatment Training; or completion within three months of hire.