Physical Therapist- Advanced Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (2619)

Description

Seeking a passionate patient-centered Physical Therapist specializing in orthopedics sports medicine and manual therapy to help patients regain mobility relieve pain and achieve their best quality of life through expert compassionate care. Enjoy an autonomous team-oriented environment with a manageable caseload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review physician referrals and patient records to develop tailored treatment plans.
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations to assess functional abilities and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Deliver manual therapy therapeutic exercises modalities and home care instruction adjusting treatments as needed.
• Document patient care and progress following clinic policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure coordinated treatment.
• Educate patients and caregivers on management and prevention strategies.
• Supervise and mentor assistants technicians and students.
• Support clinic operations marketing and professional development activities.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective patient and team interactions.
• Proficiency in therapeutic exercise manual therapy and use of rehabilitation equipment.
• Ability to adapt treatment plans based on patient progress and feedback.
• Organizational skills for accurate documentation and time management.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice lifelong learning and upholding OrthoLoneStars values and guiding behaviors.

Qualifications

• Education : Masters degree or higher (M.S.) in Physical Therapy from an accredited college or university
• Experience: One to two years of related experience and/or training preferred. Outpatient orthopedic and manual therapy experience highly desirable; Orthopaedic or manual therapy certifications preferred but not required.
• Language Ability : Ability to read analyze and interpret medical records therapy protocols and scientific literature; respond to inquiries from patients insurance agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Math Ability : Proficient in applying concepts such as fractions percentages ratios and proportions to clinical and operational scenarios.
• Reasoning Ability : Capable of defining problems collecting data establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions; skilled in interpreting complex technical instructions.
• Computer Skills : Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and basic EMR/PM software.
• Licensure : Current Physical Therapy license in the state of practice displayed in accordance with Texas State Practice Act.
• Supervisory Responsibilities : Delegates appropriately and supervises Physical Therapy Assistants Technicians and students per state guidelines.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Noise Level: Moderate.
• Travel: Primarily works at one clinic but may occasionally travel between locations to provide patient care; travel is not reimbursed.
• Physical Requirements: Regularly required to sit talk and hear; frequently stand walk use hands bend stoop lift up to 50 lbs (frequently) and 70 lbs (occasionally) climb balance kneel crouch or crawl.
• Vision Requirements: Close vision peripheral vision ability to adjust focus; ability to spend 45 hours daily in front of a computer.

Required Experience:

Senior IC