Physical Therapist, Part Time/Inpatient Rehab/Wkends - Katy Rehab

Memorial Hermann

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About The Position

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Requirements

• Bachelors or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission.
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support.
• Doctoral degree along with a residency or fellowship program, OR licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis.
• The position requires occasional/frequent lifting of up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.
• Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing.
• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation.
• Provides direct patient care and documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers.
• Assists Level III physical therapists and leadership with program development.
• Serves as resource to staff PTs and provides training and guidance to students and interns.
• Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
• Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients and accurately interprets evaluation findings.
• Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
• Implements a physical therapy treatment program and provides advanced physical therapy treatments.
• Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress towards treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated.
• Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• Serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and/or the community.
• Actively participates in organized system/facility/departmental committees and taskforce.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree