Position Information
Posting NumberSRGV8224
Working TitlePHYSICAL THERAPIST
Number of Vacancies2
LocationMcAllen, Texas
DepartmentSchool of Medicine / Surgical Specialty and MSK ISU
FTE1.0
FLSAExempt
Scope of Job
Directs and provides the evaluation, coordination and implementation of Physical Therapy intervention provided to patients. Serves as a patient advocate in assuring the delivery of physical therapy services following the policies and procedures of UTRGV .
Description of Duties
Plans, prepares, coordinates, and provides evaluation, treatment and follow-up educational instructions to patients as ordered by a medical provider.
Documents patient evaluation, treatment given, treatment progress appropriately in the medical record in the required time of 24 hours.
Completes all patient billing by end of evaluation and treatment day and submits it appropriately.
Completes a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient and documents plan appropriately in the medical record.
Communicates pertinent patient information with the patient, team members, provider and family as allowed.
Participates in patient team discussions, rounds, clinics, and case conferences and continuing education and research opportunities as requested.
Meets required competencies for assigned area and adheres to internal controls and reporting structures. Complies with federal and state physical therapy regulations.
May delegate duties and monitor services appropriately if approved by the Clinical Manager.
Supervises student/learners as requested after at least one year of experience.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received
General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
Direct supervision of assigned staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university.
Preferred Education
N/A
Licenses/Certifications
Current Physical Therapy licensure in the State of Texas. Current CPR / BLS certification.
Required Experience
Two (2) years of physical therapy experience.
Preferred Experience
Clinical experience in orthopedic population. Bilingual (English-Spanish).
Equipment
Use of standard physical therapy and standard office equipment.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office, academic and clinical environment; some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other
Knowledge of health care laws and regulations. Ability to provide patient care, to prepare and maintain records. Tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality of medical information required in all matters.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment CategoryFull-Time
Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience
Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience
Position Available Date06/02/2025
Grant Funded PositionNo
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Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.
Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46814
Posting Supplemental Questions
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Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Unofficial Transcripts
Certifications and Licenses
State Licensure
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Reference Letter 1
Reference Letter 2
Reference Letter 3
Training Certificates
Other Document
List of 3 References
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Unofficial Transcripts 3
Letter of Interest
Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
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