Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist at The Carrell Clinic Dallas

Innovative Therapy Concepts, LLC • Dallas, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Therapy Concepts (ITC), a physical therapist-owned and operated Therapy Management Organization, is hiring an Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist to work with Carrell Clinic in Dallas, Texas. The role provides an opportunity to evaluate and treat a variety of surgical and non-operative patients, including upper-extremity, lower-extremity, and spine cases. The therapist administers prescribed physical therapy to help patients recover function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. ITC describes its team atmosphere as supportive and promotes an approach focused on elevating each patient's experience. Experienced therapists and new graduates are welcome to apply.

The position may include supervising Physical Therapy Assistants or technicians. The therapist collaborates with physicians and other practitioners, educates patients and families, and may orient or direct assistants, technicians, and students. The work takes place in a clinical environment with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, occasional vibration, and usually moderate noise.

Requirements

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
• Master's degree or doctorate in Physical Therapy.
• Hold an active, current Physical Therapist license that permits practice in the state of employment.
• Pass the National Physical Therapy Examination and meet applicable state requirements, such as a jurisprudence exam.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills to educate patients and communicate with their families.
• Be compassionate and have a desire to help patients.
• Be willing to work occasional weekend shifts at designated sites.
• Have basic email skills and knowledge of ReDoc database software, internet software, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Meet the stated physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and frequently lifting or moving more than 100 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• A strong drive to learn and grow and enhance clinical skills.
• Emphasis on patient care, quality, outcomes, and efficiency.
• A solid work ethic and sense of responsibility.
• New graduates are welcome; clinical education and mentorship are offered to support their transition into the clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Review physician referrals, patient conditions, and medical records to determine appropriate physical therapy treatment.
• Assess patients' strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency; record findings and develop or revise treatment programs.
• Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on patient evaluations.
• Administer manual and therapeutic exercises to improve or maintain function, strength, range of motion, flexibility, and cardiovascular function.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing physical activities and using assistive or supportive devices, including wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administer treatments using physical agents and modalities, including hot or cold packs, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, iontophoresis, TNS, and dry needling.
• Evaluate treatment effects and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Administer massage and traction to relieve pain.
• Record treatments, patient responses, and progress in patient charts or computer systems.
• Instruct patients and families in treatment procedures to continue at home.
• Evaluate, fit, and adjust prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications to orthotists.
• Consult with physicians and other practitioners to obtain patient information, suggest treatment revisions, and coordinate therapy with other aspects of patient care.
• Orient, instruct, and direct the work activities of assistants, technicians, and students.
• Plan and conduct lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.
• Plan and develop physical therapy research programs and participate in conducting research.
• Consult and practice with other professionals, including physicians, dentists, nurses, educators, social workers, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists.
• May supervise Physical Therapy Assistants or technicians.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus weekly productivity bonus.
• 401(k) with company match, vested from day one.
• $1,000 continuing education allotment.
• Reimbursement for licensure and membership dues.
• Wellness program reimbursing up to $30 per month toward gym membership and supporting participation in active community events.
• Clinical mentorship focused on developing clinical skills.
• Career development through the ITC Elevate Program, focused on personal and professional growth, with promotion from within encouraged.
• Referral program offering up to $8,000 for referring another team member.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level