SR Physical Therapist FT McAllen

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System is seeking a Senior Physical Therapist in McAllen, Texas. The responsibilities include evaluation and assessment, treatment planning, and patient education. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills and be licensed in Texas.

This position requires commitment to compliance and may involve travel across multiple facilities to deliver rehabilitative services. The role emphasizes the importance of quality care and supports a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain current BCLS certification.
• Graduate of a Doctoral program in Physical Therapy required.
• Five or more years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for evaluation, assessment, and treatment planning.
• Educate patients and families on therapy processes.
• Support program management and coordination of rehabilitation services.

Skills

BCLS certification

Commitment to compliance program

Clinical experience

Education

Doctoral program in Physical Therapy

Licensure in Texas as Physical Therapist

Job description

Responsibilities

Senior Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluation and assessment, treatment planning, patient and family education, and the delivery of habilitative and rehabilitative services for individuals with physical impairments, functional limitations, or conditions affecting mobility and overall function. This role also supports program management responsibilities, contributing to the coordination and quality of rehabilitation services. Some travel may be required to provide services across multiple facilities and support various job-related functions. This position summary outlines the primary duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain current BCLS certification.
• Must be able to travel to STHS facilities as needed in job.
• Membership in professional organization preferred.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

• Must be a graduate of a Doctoral program in Physical Therapy. Licensure in the State of Texas as Physical Therapist is required, or has a valid temporary Physical Therapy license for the State of Texas while waiting to receive the permanent license.
• Licensure in the State of Texas as Physical Therapist.
• Five or more years of clinical experience as a Licensed Physical Therapist preferred.
• Must have and maintain current BCLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.

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