Medical Surgical Acute Care Physical Therapist

Medical Surgical Acute Care Physical Therapist (938773) Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage merit increases, and more. We invite you to be part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! Benefits PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage 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 Schedule / Training Work schedule: Full‑time: 5 days/week, 8 hours/day (40 hours total). Non‑exempt employees: Full‑time OT/PT staff qualify for overtime pay if working over 40 hours/week. Overtime pay: Paid at 1.5 times your hourly rate for hours beyond 40/week. No double pay for overtime and holiday premium. 3 weekend shifts/month for the first 2 years. 2 weekend shifts/month after 2 years. Flex days: Mandatory to ensure a 40‑hour workweek. Flexible weekend shift design, subject to approval. Mandatory work on Thanksgiving and Christmas as part of a rotating schedule. Shift differentials are available: Second shift (Evening): Clock out after 7:07 pm then pay from 2:45 pm. Third shift (Night): Clock out after 3:07 am then pay from 10:45 pm. Weekend shift: Clock out after 10:45 pm Friday to 7:15 am Monday. Experience and Education Required : Education: Bachelor’s degree graduate from accredited physical therapy program at the bachelor level and eligible for licensure in Texas. Experience: No experience required. Licenses and certifications: Active CPR (Basic Life Support) upon hire; LPT (Licensed Physical Therapist) eligible for licensure in Texas upon hire. Preferred : Experience: 1 year (new graduates welcome; 1 yr. experience preferred). Job Duties Has knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices, good clinical judgment, ensures patient safety while maximizing treatment potential. Identifies and records problem areas on evaluation, sets goals with realistic time frames. Analyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals, monitors effectiveness, and progresses patients in a timely fashion. Prepares for patient discharge in an organized and efficient manner, including timely and accurate submission of equipment needs, and demonstrates knowledge of patient resources and needs. Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating two‑way communication, and maintaining a collaborative attitude. Organizes patient treatment time efficiently. Records patient progress concisely, accurately, and timely. Performs other duties as assigned. Security and EEO Statement Security: This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr