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Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health Services
Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health ServicesUniversity of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, United States
Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health Services

Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health Services

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, United States
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Job Posting Title :

Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy, University Health Services

Hiring Department :

Healthyhorns - University Health Services

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

40

FLSA Status :

To Be Determined at Offer

Earliest Start Date :

Ongoing

Position Duration : Expected to Continue

Location : UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details : General Notes

Our mission at H ealthyhorns 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 job posting is hiring to fill one position, either a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.

Purpose

Physical Therapist : To provide PT services to patients seen at UHS PT department. Provide instruction and supervision for clinical care provided by Physical Therapist Assistant, PT Technician, Athletic Trainer, Student Workers, and / or Student Observers.

Physical Therapist Assistant : 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

Physical Therapist

  • Evaluates the neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and functional status of patients referred to the department and applies the appropriate PT treatments.
  • Maintains patient health records.
  • Provides supervisor of clinical care provided by Physical Therapist Assistants, student volunteers, Athletic Trainer, and / or student observers.
  • Maintains a level of knowledge conducive of providing high quality patient care.
  • Exhibits behaviors consistent with organizational values by demonstrating respect and professionalism, adhering to customer service standards and policies, maintaining patient confidentiality, and actively engaging in quality improvement efforts.
  • Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance pattern
  • Other related functions as assigned.
  • Physical Therapist Assistant

  • 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 behaviors consistent with organizational values by demonstrating respect and professionalism, adhering to customer service standards and policies, maintaining patient confidentiality, and actively engaging in quality improvement efforts.
  • 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 patterns
  • Required Qualifications

    Physical Therapist

  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (PT) from a school accredited by the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
  • Current Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners license to practice as a PT
  • Experience using a personal computer and documenting in an electronic health record
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • CPR certification
  • Demonstrated professional demeanor
  • Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
  • Physical Therapist Assistant

  • 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 diverse 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

    Physical Therapist

  • Masters or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
  • Two or more years of experience as a Physical Therapist.
  • Experience working as a PT in an outpatient orthopedic or sports medicine setting
  • Experience supervising the clinical work of PT Assistants, PT Technicians, Student Volunteers and / or Athletic Trainers
  • Experience / training / certifications in orthopedic manual therapy
  • Experience / training / certifications in Dry Needling
  • Physical Therapist Assistant

  • 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

    Physical Therapist : $75,800 per year

    Physical Therapist Assistant : $59,000 per year

    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 their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
  • Letter of interest
  • Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

    Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one-page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

    Employment Eligibility :

    Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

    Retirement Plan Eligibility :

    The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

    Background Checks :

    A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

    Equal Opportunity Employer :

    The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

    Pay Transparency :

    The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

    Employment Eligibility Verification :

    If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

    E-Verify :

    The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following :

  • E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
  • Compliance :

    Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 .

    The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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