Summary

Department of Orthopedic Surgery is seeking a Physical Therapist at the intermediate level.  This position would be responsible for evaluating and developing the therapy plan of care for a broad range of diagnoses and acuities.

The ideal candidate will have experience with the following:

• Epic documentation
• Proficiency in the following:
• Blood Flow Restriction
• TRX 
• Dry Needling
• KT 
• AlterG

Job Duties

• Provides evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning to patients, family members, and/or caregivers. 
• Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. 
• Specializes in care for certain complex patient types, through advanced training and education
• Participates in rounds, clinics, and case conferences.
• Monitors service delivery by support personnel.
• Documents patient progress appropriately in the medical record.
• Participates and assists in implementing new programs in area assigned.
• Delivers exceptional patient care with adherence to safety standards and guidelines to ensure optimal patient safety, customer service, and optimum patient outcomes. 
• Serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff, including other Therapists, and technicians. 
• Reviews and collects quality metrics and analytics. 
• Develops best practices and process improvement initiatives, as designated. 
• Acts as a clinical instructor to students, and Clinical Fellows.
• Assists in coordination of daily activities in absence of manager.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Licensed Physical Therapist by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or eligible to practice physical therapy in the State of Texas.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification in Sports or Orthopedics.