Physical Therapist

Directs and provides the evaluation, coordination and implementation of Physical Therapy intervention provided to patients. Serves as a patient advocate in assuring the delivery of physical therapy services following the policies and procedures of UTRGV.

Description of Duties

• Plans, prepares, coordinates, and provides evaluation, treatment and follow-up educational instructions to patients as ordered by a medical provider.
• Documents patient evaluation, treatment given, treatment progress appropriately in the medical record in the required time of 24 hours.
• Completes all patient billing by end of evaluation and treatment day and submits it appropriately.
• Completes a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient and documents plan appropriately in the medical record.
• Communicates pertinent patient information with the patient, team members, provider and family as allowed.
• Participates in patient team discussions, rounds, clinics, and case conferences and continuing education and research opportunities as requested.
• Meets required competencies for assigned area and adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. Complies with federal and state physical therapy regulations.
• May delegate duties and monitor services appropriately if approved by the Clinical Manager.
• Supervises student/learners as requested after at least one year of experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

N/A

Licenses/Certifications

Current Physical Therapy licensure in the State of Texas. Current CPR/BLS certification.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of physical therapy experience.

Preferred Experience

Clinical experience in orthopedic population. Bilingual (English-Spanish).

Equipment

Use of standard physical therapy and standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office, academic and clinical environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Knowledge of health care laws and regulations. Ability to provide patient care, to prepare and maintain records. Tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality of medical information required in all matters.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 07/07/2025 Grant Funded Position No If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date