Physical Therapist

Date: Apr 16, 2026 Location: RICHMOND, TX Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Physical Therapy Posting Number: 15883 Closing Date: 07/15/2026 Salary Range: $8,592.89 - $11,864.50 (Monthly) Salary Group: TEXAS-B-27 Shift: Day (First) Telework: Not Eligible Travel: Up to 5% Facility Location: Richmond State Supported Living Center Overview Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. This role provides advanced physical therapy services in a state‑supported living center serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or have behavioral problems. Responsibilities The Physical Therapist provides highly advanced therapeutic services, including: Performs and interprets assessments, renders clinical and consultative services to consumers. Evaluates and treats wounds, gait disturbances, pain management, acute care/restorative services, circulatory studies. Evaluation and fabrication of orthotic, seating, mobility, positioning devices, and other specialized modalities. Plans, develops and implements complex physical nutritional management programs and treatment protocols. Monitors, tracks, and trends data pertaining to services and devices. Participates in the IDT and assists in development of the ISP. Provides staff training and mentoring for devices and strategies. Collaborates in treatment planning and with IDT. Participates in quality assurance and enhancement activities. Plans, assigns, and supervises work of departmental staff. May oversee coordination of student internships or other educational programs. Conducts research in therapeutic outcomes/practice. Works independently with minimal supervision. May serve on‑call on a rotating schedule as needed. Responsible for documentation in IRIS. Oversees planning, scheduling, and production of orthopedic equipment and maintenance programs. Designs and develops specifications for custom and adaptive equipment. Participates in IDT/ISP meetings for diagnosis and treatment planning. Maintains open/regular communication with other departments, IDTs, and administration. Contributes to disaster response and/or recovery or COOP activation if required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Clinical therapeutic evaluation and treatment principles applied to individuals with cognitive impairments and developmental disabilities. Ability to evaluate, prescribe, and provide seating, mobility, positioning, orthotic, or assistive devices. Ability to impart information about HT, IDD, CP, anatomy, physiology and treatment techniques to persons with varying levels of experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in producing reports, progress notes, and assessments using computer technology. Leadership ability and teamwork facilitation. Skill in the use and repair of rehabilitation and orthopedic equipment. Capability to perform assessments, develop programs, administer therapy programs, and coordinate program activities. Licensure and Certifications Must be a Licensed Therapist in Physical Therapy. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university program with major coursework in physical therapy is preferred. Experience in therapeutic rehabilitation work. Experience with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) or therapeutic equipment is preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year‑to‑year basis. Additional Information Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including the CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18‑25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing. Flexibility in work hours may be required; may require overtime, extended hours, weekends, holidays. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state‑operated facility. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but are not limited to, those listed in this posting. All active‑duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified. ADA Accommodations HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. For assistance with the online application or interview selection, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility Applicants may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E‑Verify. Bring I‑9 documentation on first day. Download the I‑9 Form (link omitted to avoid disallowed tags). Telework Disclaimer While this position may be eligible for telework, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to supervisor discretion and business needs. Nearest Major Market: Houston #J-18808-Ljbffr