Physical Therapist (Acute Care) ($12,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time)

This Physical Therapy position at UMC Health System is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

This position is based in Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a psychologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Clinical Documentation, Medical Billing, Clinical Education, Technical Procedures, Patient Communication, Interdisciplinary Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, establishing plans of care, and treating patients referred to PM&R. Duties include performing therapy procedures, completing documentation, and serving as a clinical instructor for students.

Benefits package: $12,000 Sign-On Bonus, Resilience program, On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP), Discounted Pharmacy Cost, Cash Retention Bonus, Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match, PTO & Extended Illness, Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.