Physical Therapist II

Baylor Scott & White Health•Plano, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist II provides patient care through evaluation, treatment planning and implementation, education, monitoring, and discharge planning, with the goal of maximizing each patient’s functional level. In addition to the responsibilities of a Physical Therapist I, this role takes on assigned duties that meet clinical, regulatory, or business needs at the location. Additional responsibilities may include staff development, student clinical coordination, quality improvement leadership, team management, or specialty program leadership. The position is with Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Plano HIH Unit, which is preparing to open in Spring 2027. Select roles may begin as early as Summer 2026 for orientation and training at Baylor Scott & White Heart Hospitals. The role is a full-time day position, Sunday through Thursday, with 8-hour days. Acute care experience is preferred.

Requirements

Master’s degree, or bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
Three years of experience.
Physical Therapist (PT) certification/license/registration.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Problem-solving skills sufficient to perform the job.
Good communication skills and the ability to relate professionally and positively to patients, family members, and facility staff.
Professional and effective interaction and leadership with healthcare team members at all levels.
Proficient computer knowledge, including operating multiple computer systems and standard rehabilitation equipment.
High attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining productivity.

Nice To Haves

Acute care experience.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, treat, and monitor patients, and modify therapy programs and goals as needed.
Complete thorough, concise, and timely clinical documentation, enter charges accurately, and understand reimbursement relevant to the practice setting.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and the medical care team; provide education to patients, families, and staff.
Supervise staff, students, and volunteers.
Advance clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review, and evidence-based practice; share knowledge to develop colleagues’ clinical skills.
Follow organizational, national, and state regulatory guidelines.
Align personal goals and work activities with system goals.
Perform assigned duties beyond the patient-care role of a Physical Therapist I to meet clinical, regulatory, or business needs.