Saint Luke's Hospital, part of the Baptist Health System in San Antonio, TX, is recruiting a Physical Therapist I to join its inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation team. This is an entry-level-friendly role — new graduates are welcome — within a 120-year-old health system that spans six full-service hospitals, a specialized children's hospital, comprehensive cancer care, and a robust network of ambulatory and imaging services. The position offers a sign-on bonus opportunity and a clear advancement pathway to Physical Therapist Level II after three years of practice.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
- Structured advancement track: eligibility for Physical Therapist Level II designation at the start of the fourth year of practice
Practice Highlights
- Patient population spans neonatal through geriatric — full lifespan clinical exposure
- Practice setting encompasses both inpatient and outpatient care environments
- Responsibilities include evaluation, test and measurement interpretation, treatment planning, and ongoing plan modification based on patient progress
- Collaborative care model: active coordination with physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and discharge planners in care conferences and discharge planning meetings
- Supervisory and teaching responsibilities: oversight of supportive personnel, administration of treatment plans, in-service education for staff, and clinical education for PT students
- Performance Improvement participation is an integrated part of the role
- System infrastructure includes six full-service hospitals, a dedicated pediatric hospital with a pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, imaging centers, and the Baptist School of Health Professions
- Spanish language proficiency is a preferred asset given the San Antonio patient population
Qualifications
- Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy; Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred
- Active Texas State Physical Therapy license required prior to orientation; new graduates must obtain licensure before the start date
- Active Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required on hire (ARC or AHA); AHA Healthcare Provider BLS must be obtained within 60 days of hire
- No prior work experience required — new graduates are eligible and encouraged to apply
- Preferred: clinical experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings; familiarity with marketing and business operations
- Preferred: Spanish language proficiency
- Additional preferred certifications per the system's Preferred Certification Listing (available upon request)
About the Community
San Antonio is the seventh-largest city in the United States and one of the most culturally rich metros in Texas — home to the River Walk, the Alamo, world-class dining, and a deeply rooted Hispanic heritage that makes Spanish proficiency a genuine professional asset. The city offers a low cost of living relative to other major Texas metros, highly regarded public and private school systems, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country for outdoor recreation. With a warm climate year-round, a thriving arts and food scene, and major league sports, San Antonio consistently ranks among the most livable large cities in the South.