Physical Therapist/Joint Replacement Coordinator
5 months ago
Austin
Job Description Physical Therapist and Joint Replacement Coordinator Location: [Austin, Texas] | Practice: [BONE DRs Orthopedic Care] - A leading private orthopedic surgery group specializing in total joint replacement (TJR) and sports medicine. Are you ready to merge hands-on clinical excellence with strategic patient pathway coordination? BONE DRs Orthopedic Care is seeking a highly motivated and exceptionally organized professional to fill a unique dual role: Physical Therapist (PT) and Joint Replacement Coordinator. This is not a standard PT position. You will serve as the crucial link between our orthopedic surgeons, patients, and ancillary care providers, ensuring seamless, high-quality care delivery from pre-op education through post-op recovery, while maintaining an active clinical physical therapy caseload. I. The Role: Clinical and Coordinative Excellence Physical Therapist Responsibilities ● Provide advanced, evidence-based orthopedic physical therapy treatment for Operative and Non-Operative Patients ● Conduct comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and manage patient progression. ● Collaborate directly with the orthopedic surgeons to optimize surgical outcomes through specific, tailored rehab protocols. ● Utilize in person and remote monitoring systems to optimize patient compliance and promote increasing positive outcomes Joint Replacement Coordinator Responsibilities ● Patient Education & Navigation: Serve as the primary point of contact for all TJR patients, conducting pre-operative education classes/sessions, setting expectations, and answering non-clinical questions related to the surgical journey. ● Pathway Management: Coordinate the entire episode of care, including pre-admission testing, scheduling, equipment needs (DME), and discharge planning (home health, skilled nursing, etc.). ● Quality & Metrics: Track key outcome metrics (e.g., length of stay, readmission rates, patient-reported outcomes) and report performance data to the physicians and management for continuous quality improvement. ● Resource Development: Develop, update, and disseminate standardized patient education materials and surgical pathway protocols. II. Qualifications & Credentials Required: ● Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. ● Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the State of Texas. ● Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting, with significant experience managing total joint replacement patients. ● Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated experience in project management or care coordination. ● Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) and Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred: ● Board Certification in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) or equivalent specialization. ● Experience in developing or teaching patient education curricula. ● Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) is a plus. III. Why Join Our Practice? ● Impactful Dual Role: Directly influence both the clinical outcomes and the overall experience of patients undergoing life-changing surgery. ● Collaborative Team: Work daily alongside highly respected, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons and advanced practice practitioners ● Competitive Compensation: Generous salary package commensurate with experience, reflecting the unique nature of this dual role. ● Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), a 401(k) plan with employer match, and a dedicated CEU/professional development allowance.