Inpatient Rehab Physical Therapist

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Inpatient Rehab Physical Therapist at UT Southwestern Medical Center a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Physical Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Physical Therapy position at UT Southwestern Medical Center 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 employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Dallas-Fort Worth, 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: Physical therapy, Clinical judgment, Patient evaluation, Treatment planning, Rehabilitation, Patient discharge planning, Teamwork, Communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients recovering from acute illness, injury, or surgery. They are responsible for evaluating patient needs, designing treatment plans, and monitoring progress to ensure effective recovery.

Benefits package: PPO Medical Plan, 100% Coverage for Preventive Healthcare, Paid Time Off, Retirement Programs through TRS, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PSLF Qualified Employer. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.