Physical Therapist Outpatient

PTMatch; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fit to Move Physical Therapy and Wellness in Plano, TX is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, treat, and design individualized care plans focusing on recovery, mobility, and long-term wellness.

You will educate patients, document progress, and participate in community outreach to grow patient relations and referrals, while maintaining high clinical and professional standards.

Qualifications

• DPT or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Current Texas state licensure to practice as a Physical Therapist.
• CPR/AED certification current.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial evaluations, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans per standards.
• Deliver one-on-one patient care with high-quality, individualized treatment.
• Conduct reassessments and maintain timely documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Arrive early for scheduled appointments and follow policies for professionalism.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Texas licensure

CPR/AED certification

Job description

At Fit to Move Physical Therapy and Wellness, our physical therapists are brand experience leaders and patient advocates who have a direct, personal connection to our clients' recovery, mobility, and long-term wellness goals. Our physical therapists deliver exceptional, evidence-based care while also supporting the company's growth through outstanding patient experiences, community engagement, and professional representation of our brand.

The physical therapist is responsible for evaluating and treating patients, designing individualized care plans, monitoring progress, and ensuring safe and effective interventions. They educate patients on injury prevention, self-management, and wellness strategies, while fostering strong relationships that promote retention and referrals.

In addition to providing excellent clinical care, the physical therapist plays an important role in patient acquisition and retention by building relationships in the community, representing Fit to Move at events, and collaborating with the team to expand our reach.

The physical therapist must be both clinician and ambassador to:

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and referring providers to encourage engagement with our services.
• Conduct thorough evaluations, develop and document individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to patient needs and goals.
• Reassess and modify treatment plans based on patient progress, changing needs, or updated clinical findings.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, posture, ergonomics, and injury prevention strategies.
• Maintains an average of 3.75-4.0 billable CPT codes per patient.
• Has more than 90% of all patients achieving their long-term functional goals.
• Keeps clinical and personal desk space area clean and assists in the smooth routing of patients without delay throughout the clinic.
• Reports any problems to clinic director or front office depending on whether the issue is clinical or patient related for swift resolution.
• Completes all clinical and patient documentation by the end of that current business day.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform initial evaluations, establish diagnoses, and create treatment plans in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Deliver one-on-one patient care, ensuring high-quality, individualized treatment.
• Conduct reassessments and maintain accurate, timely documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
• Arrive at least 10 minutes before scheduled appointments to prepare for patient sessions.
• Uphold Fit to Move's policies in patient and staff interactions, demonstrating professionalism and service excellence at all times.
• Attend mandatory meetings, in-services, and training as scheduled.

Key Qualities We Look For:

• Highest level of professionalism and integrity.
• Genuine passion for patient care and lifelong wellness.
• Strong clinical reasoning skills and commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Personable, engaging, and able to build rapport quickly.
• Flexible and able to adapt interventions for varying patient abilities.
• Organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Collaborative team player with a positive, proactive attitude.

Staff Development:

• Maintain Fit to Move's standards of clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to a culture of learning.

Criteria for Success:

• Ability to attract and retain patients through exceptional care and relationships.
• Consistently positive patient outcomes and satisfaction scores.
• Maintains an average of 3.75-4.0 billable CPT codes per patient.
• Has more than 90% of all patients achieving their long-term functional goals.
• Daily notes completion and documentation accuracy, completeness.
• Compliance with all documentation, regulatory, and company standards.
• Effective time management, organization, and adaptability.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure to practice as a Physical Therapist in Texas.
• Current CPR/AED certification.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work full-time.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of outpatient orthopedic or sports rehabilitation experience.
• Interest in community outreach, wellness promotion, and injury prevention education.

Transferable Skills:

• One-on-one patient care and communication.
• Goal setting and progress tracking.
• Patient education and injury prevention.
• Multitasking in a dynamic outpatient setting.
• Marketing and promotion through health education.
• Working with diverse patient populations.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.