About this role

Assesses patients and develops treatment plans based on evaluations.
Provides direct patient care and documents findings.
May assist Level II & III physical therapists and leadership with program development.
Provides training and guidance to students, interns and other staff.
Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress and adjusts goals as necessary.
Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues.

Bachelors or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program
Current or temporary license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission
Current certification in Basic Life Support
Doctoral degree along with a residency or fellowship program, OR Licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis
Occasional/frequent pushing and lifting 75 – 100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds
Prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting
Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing.

Physical Therapist, Outpatient

Key skills