Physical Therapist

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Job Summary
The Physical Therapist Staff has the responsibility to evaluate, treat, establish a plan of care, and assess physical therapy programs for patients referred to PM&R.

Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
• Demonstrate proficiency in the performance of evaluation techniques/skills and therapy procedures appropriate to the age of the patient and within medical limits of the patient while taking into consideration any special precautions/contraindications the patient may have
• Completes proper documentation and billing necessary for Physical Therapy
• Assist in orientation, training, and supervision of new staff (clinical and non-clinical) as well as students and volunteers.
• Participate in clinical education by functioning as a CI for PT/PTA students.
• May be assigned to other specialty areas in PM&R department and expectation is that therapist will be competent in all assigned areas.
• All other duties and/or related assigned responsibilities

Education and Experience
• Doctorate degree from an accredited physical therapist program. If PT license was received prior to 2015, prior educational requirements/criteria will be considered
• + 1 years of clinical experience

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
• Must have or be eligible to obtain valid Physical Therapy license in State of Texas

Skills and Abilities
• Must be able to apply the theory of Physical Therapy under the bylaws of the Texas State Practice Act and the APTA Code of ethics
• Ability to perform technical procedures
• Ability to instill confidence in patients, with physicians, and in other staff members

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position will have close interactions with physicians, nurses, patients, and professional staff and support personnel

Physical Capabilities
Position requires walking and standing most of the shift. Hearing and visual activity and clear speech patterns are necessary. Indoor work equipment including but not limited to treadmills, cycles, strength training circuit, and audiovisual equipment

Environmental/Working Conditions
This position is mostly subject to inside conditions which includes varying indoor temperatures.

Direct Reports
N/A

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*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.​*