Physical Therapist, Richardson Clinic

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
Works under minimal supervision to provide professional and technical skills in evaluation and treatment program of physical therapy to restore body function or to prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of body part. Responsible for proper application of variety of therapeutic methods in treating patients such as hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, heat, massage, and exercise. 

 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Graduation from Physical Therapy School accredited by American Physical Therapy Association and no experience required. 
   

• Experience
  No experience required. 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  Licensure by State of Texas Upon Hire 
  
  Preferred
   

• Experience
  More than a year of experience as a Physical Therapist
   

  
  JOB DUTIES

• Plans physical therapy programs for each patient as prescribed by physician involving use of one or combination of therapeutic methods and modalities.
• Administers prescribed treatments, modifying such treatments as indicated by patient's reaction.
• Applies diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests.
• Directs and aids patients in treatment programs.
• Evaluates, records, and reports patients' progress for review by supervisor or other members of rehabilitation team.
• Assists with record keeping as necessary to meet requirements of accrediting agencies.
• Participates in training medical and nursing personnel and students in physical therapy techniques and objectives.
• Participates in rounds, clinics, and meetings as needed.
• Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.