Overview We are looking for a Full Time Physical Therapist to join our Team. Fulfilling your purpose begins here at UT Health East Texas: People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people: Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more Your team is bigger than your department: UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center includes a 48-bed inpatient hospital, 14 outpatient therapy clinics, 11 cardiopulmonary rehabilitation clinics and nine Olympic fitness centers, with access to some of the most advanced therapy techniques and care available. At UT East Texas, we believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect. Responsibilities Evaluates and assesses the patient’s physical therapy needs based on subjective and objective information obtained through medical record review, formal and informal test administration with appropriate analysis and interpretation of results to develop plan of care. Formulates written functional measurable goals, treatment plans, and/or home programs for patient and families. Provides treatment according to established goals on treatment plan and reassesses patient’s functional status when goals are met or there is a change in the patient’s condition. Instructs/educates patients/families in appropriate activities and referral to community resources as appropriate utilizing both verbal and written programs. Documents evaluations and progress in the medical record and maintains patient records as required. Communicates with patients, families and all health care professionals required to provide comprehensive interdisciplinary care. Maintains skills and knowledge through training and continuing education to provide expected standards of care. Qualifications Education: High School diploma or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy degree program. (Masters) Experience: Customer friendly Must be in good health and able to physically complete a fitness assessment. Strong verbal and written communication skills Active listening, hearing and visual skills Must use written and/or verbal sources of information Good problem solving skills Basic personal computer skills and comfort with Microsoft Windows operating system; database and word processing skills required Strong time management skills Ability to think strategically and act tactically Ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time Ability to embrace the client relationship to guide decisions and actions Demonstrates good team work Certification and Licensure: Licensed Physical Therapist in Texas At least one year clinical experience preferred CPR certified Compliance Requirements: Comply with regulatory requirements, guidelines, and policies Physical Requirements: Must be in good health and able to physically complete a fitness assessment. Ability to lift/carry 50lbs. Frequent and prolonged bending stooping, crouching, walking, pushing, pulling and standing.