Physical Therapist - Texas Behavioral Health Center

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:white;color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size%5C:13.02px;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;line-height%5C:normal;margin%5C:0px 0px 9pt;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size%5C:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3E%3Cstrong%3ETexas Behavioral Health Center%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;background-color%5C:white;color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Segoe UI%26quot;, Frutiger, %26quot;Frutiger Linotype%26quot;, %26quot;Dejavu Sans%26quot;, %26quot;Helvetica Neue%26quot;, Arial, sans-serif;font-size%5C:13.02px;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;line-height%5C:normal;margin%5C:0px 0px 9pt;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size%5C:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EJoin our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size%5C:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EThe Texas Behavioral Health Center is a%26nbsp;newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size%5C:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EWhen fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size%5C:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3EAs employees of UT%26nbsp;Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive

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and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca style=%22color%5C:rgb(4, 95, 171);line-height%5C:inherit;text-decoration%5C:none;%22 href=%22https%5C://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/locations/texas-behavioral-health-center/%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:rgb(4,95,171);font-family%5C:%26quot;Open Sans%26quot;, sans-serif;font-size%5C:10pt;%22%3E%3Cspan%3ELearn more about Texas Behavioral Health Center here!%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and

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for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https%5C://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive

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package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive

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are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include%5C:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http%5C://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/

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!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EThis is a Full Time position, Monday-Friday position onsite.%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EBachelor%27s Degree Graduate from accredited physical therapy program at the Bachelor level and is eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp%3ENo experience required%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EActive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) certification. and%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E(LPT) LIC PHYSICAL THERAPIST Eligible for licensure in the State of Texas and%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E(CPI) CRISIS PREVENTION INSTITUT CER - training must be completed within 30 days of hire date%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E1 year%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ENew graduates welcome (1 yr. Experience preferred).%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EExperience working in mental health or psychiatric care setting is preferred.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EHas knowledge of therapeutic principles and practices good clinical judgment. Does not compromise the patient%27s or another%27s safety, while at the same time maximizes the patient%27s treatment potential.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EIdentifies and records problems areas on evaluation. For each problem identified, projects reasonable goals with realistic time frames.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAnalyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals. Determines if planned treatment is effective and progresses patient in a timely fashion.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPrepares for patient discharge in an organized and efficient manner including timely and accurate submission of equipment needs. Displays good knowledge of patient%27s resources and needs.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EOrganizes patient treatment time efficiently.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERecords patient%27s progress in a concise, accurate, and timely fashion.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESecurity%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEEO%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E