Physical Therapist

Key Responsibilities:   

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluation and treatment according to American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) standards of practice and the State Practice Act. 
• Performs physical therapy in person.
• Develop and implement a patient-centered plan of care based on initial and ongoing evaluations while adjusting the patient’s schedule and plan according to their progress. 
• Implement a plan of treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress. 
• Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures. 
• Provide effective communication and education to the patient and their authorized caregivers/loved ones.  
• Apprise the interprofessional team of patient’s progress as appropriate. 
• Develop a plan for patients following the completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate recommendations for a home exercise program and self-managed plan of care 
• Maintain professional and technical competency. 
• Assist other team members as needed to provide care and create a clean, safe environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:   

• Doctorate (preferred), Master’s or BS degree in Physical Therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. 
• 2-5 years of experience providing physical therapy.  
• Current Texas Physical Therapy license.  Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.   
• Demonstrates contemporary PT practice with a focus on orthopedic physical therapy, delivering care primarily with manual therapy and exercise along with other active, movement-based treatments, supported by passive modalities as needed. 
• Proven record of matching patient needs to treatment plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and effectively. 
• Experience using virtual tools to design, track, and deliver exercise programs. 
• Experience designing, developing, and managing musculoskeletal programs and patient flow preferred. 
• Experience supervising technicians and physical therapy assistants. 
• Knowledge of responsible use of facility equipment, best practices for equipment use, and preventative maintenance procedures. 
• Experience with recommending assistive equipment to patients and outpatient or home health follow-up programs. 
• Experience with a wide range of patient age groups and injuries. 
• A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate outlook on Physical Therapy, and the ability to motivate patients into pushing their limits in a responsible, safe way. 

Limitations and Disclaimer

• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. 
• All job descriptions are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other team members.   This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the team member occupying this position. Team members will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their team leader in compliance with federal and state laws.   Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the team member must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Equal Employment

• Medici is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Why Medici?

• Be part of an innovative, AI-driven healthcare system with a focus on patient-centered care
• Work in a beautiful, newly designed clinic with state-of-the-art technology
• Collaborate with a passionate, high-performing team dedicated to making a real impact in healthcare