Acute Care Physical Therapist
Tyler, Texas
UT Health Tyler

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Location: Tyler, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
• Shift: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years preferred
• Prior Travel Experience: Preferred but not required
• Charting System: Epic

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Texas State Physical Therapist License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Texas
• Minimum of 2 years of Physical Therapist experience
• Physical Therapist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience in an Acute Care setting

Additional Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• Completion of medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Color blindness test required
• Unit-specific skills checklist required annually
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Completion of employment application/resume submission

Notes

• Travel experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Candidates residing in certain Texas counties are not eligible for this travel contract
• Orientation and safety manual acknowledgment required
• Various certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, and others may be required as applicable

This position offers an opportunity to work in an acute care hospital setting with a reputable health system in Texas. The role requires a licensed Physical Therapist with at least 2 years of experience and the ability to work a standard 5-day, 8-hour shift schedule.