Physical Therapist II

Umcelpaso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Umcelpaso is seeking a Physical Therapist II at University Medical Center of El Paso. In this role, you will function independently in delivering quality care to patients requiring physical therapy. Your duties include evaluating patients, planning treatment programs, and educating patients and their families.

You must have a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, be licensed in Texas, and have two years of relevant experience. Join our team to help us meet the diverse needs of patients!

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and implement treatment programs.
• Document all treatment accurately.
• Educate patients and families on treatment needs.

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

Job description

Facility: University Medical Center of El Paso

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

Required Skills

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

Required Experience

Two years of Physical Therapy experience required.

License, Registration, Certification

• Current license as a Physical Therapist in the state of Texas.
• Current CPR required.

Education and Training

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