Joint Pain and Orthopedics dba/Bone Drs
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Job Description
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.
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