Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health Services

Job Posting Title:

Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health Services

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Hiring Department:

Healthyhorns - University Health Services

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Our mission at Healthyhorns is to enhance the health and well-being of students’ bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals.

Healthyhorns is the umbrella brand encompassing University Health Services, Counseling and Mental Health Center and Longhorn Wellness Center. Together, the departments work to enhance the health and well-being of students’ bodies, minds and lives in support of their academic and personal goals.

University Health Services (UHS) is an accredited on-campus medical facility dedicated to addressing the varied healthcare needs of UT Austin students. UHS provides comprehensive services, including general medical care, public health education and specialty clinics.
 

The University of Texas at Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes but not limited to:

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Please visit UT Austin's Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits to learn more about the total benefits offered.

This is a 9-month work-year position. You will be placed on unpaid time off for approximately three (3) months each academic year. The dates will vary each academic year and may fluctuate based on business needs.
 

Purpose

Provide Physical Therapy services under the direction of a Physical Therapist to patients seen at UHS PT Department. Assist the supervising physical therapist in duties as assigned. To provide instruction and supervision to PT Technicians, Aides, and student observers/volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed physical therapist
• Effectively documents patient treatment in the Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Assists with the supervision of staff and department to ensure patient safety and quality of care
• Exhibits professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional customer service in all aspects of work
• Maintains a level of knowledge conducive to providing high quality patient care
• Actively participates in maintaining a safe and clean working environment

• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance pattern

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program
• Current licensure from the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Experience using a personal computer and documenting in an electronic health record.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a dynamic community and provide services from a non-judgmental perspective
• CPR certification
• Demonstrated professional demeanor

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health related field
• One or more years of experience working as PTA in an outpatient orthopedic or sports medicine setting as a PTA
• Additional certification or training in, Manual Therapy, dry needling, or other specialization
   

Salary Range

$4,731.13 per month FTE
(See General Notes)

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around biohazards
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• Use of manual dexterity
• Lifting and moving
• Exposure to chemicals and commercial items typically found in offices, medical clinics, and building repairs/maintenance.

Work Shift

• Monday and Friday, 8AM – 5PM; Tuesday through Thursday, 9AM – 6PM; shift times may be altered due to business reasons
• Work schedule to be discussed during interview

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with thei