Physical Therapist PRN McAllen

UHS • McAllen, TX

27d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Physical Therapist DPT/SCD (LPT) is responsible for evaluating, planning, educating, utilizing exercises and physical therapy modalities in the treatment and rehabilitative of persons who have medical problems, health related conditions, or a developmental disability that limits their ability to move or perform functional activities. Physical Therapist also help prevent conditions associated with loss of mobility and promote the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability to help individuals achieve healthy and active lifestyles. Some travel may be required in the provision of services between facilities and job functions. This position summary contains the most relevant duties, responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

Requirements

• Must be able to travel to facilities as needed.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program at the master’s or doctoral level.
• Licensure in the State of Texas as Physical Therapist.
• Must have and maintain current BCLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in professional organization preferred.
• A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) is preferred; however, a Master’s in Physical Therapy (MPT/MSPT) meets the minimum educational requirement.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, planning, educating, utilizing exercises and physical therapy modalities in the treatment and rehabilitative of persons who have medical problems, health related conditions, or a developmental disability that limits their ability to move or perform functional activities.
• Preventing conditions associated with loss of mobility.
• Promoting the ability to move, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability to help individuals achieve healthy and active lifestyles.
• Providing services between facilities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level