NeuroRehabilitation Physical Therapist
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Job Description
About Us
SynapseTBI provides specialized diagnostic and treatment services for patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), and Post-Concussion Syndrome. Our multidisciplinary team delivers advanced neurological care, innovative therapies, and coordinated treatment plans designed to support patients throughout their recovery journey.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team in Houston, Texas. This position will play a key role in evaluating and treating patients with traumatic brain injuries, concussion-related symptoms, vestibular dysfunction, balance impairments, and musculoskeletal conditions.
The ideal candidate is passionate about neurological rehabilitation, committed to delivering exceptional patient care, and thrives in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans
Deliver Hands-on Therapy and Rehabilitation Services
- Treat patients experiencing TBI, concussion, vestibular dysfunction, balance impairments, and musculoskeletal conditions
- Develop and implement customized exercise and rehabilitation programs
- Collaborate with neurologists, nurse practitioners, speech therapists, and other clinical staff to coordinate patient care
- Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and timely
- Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and recovery expectations
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate
- Maintain compliance with all clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Active Texas Physical Therapist (PT) license or ability to obtain
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program preferred
Strong Clinical Assessment and Treatment Skills
- Experience with neurological rehabilitation, vestibular therapy, concussion management, or balance rehabilitation is preferred but not required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Experience with EMR systems preferred
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (509 salary observations; 4,674 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,700 salary observations; 52,806 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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