SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to provide technical assistance in administration of physical therapy treatment to patients.
Responsible for providing physical therapy services for patients in strict compliance with plan of care developed by professional physical therapist.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include :
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
JOB DUTIES
- Provide physical therapy as specified in the physical therapy plan of care, which may include :
- Implementing treatment programs that include therapeutic exercises, gait training and techniques, ADL training, administration of the therapeutic heat and cold, ultrasound, electric current, and goniometric measurement.
- Modify treatment techniques as indicated in the plan of care.
- Obtain copy of plan of care made by PT and provide care exactly as written.
- Respond to acute changes.
- Teach patient / caregiver to perform selected treatment procedures.
- Identify architectural barriers.
- Demonstrate appropriate written, oral, and non-verbal communication with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Demonstrates safe, ethical, and legal practice.
- Notify supervising PT and Clinical Supervisor of any patient’s change in condition.
- Attend case conferences.
- Inform supervising PT of last scheduled visit one week prior so that PT can schedule to see patient on the last visit.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.
As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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