Physical Therapist / Outpatient Pediatrics / FT or PT / Days

UHS • Amarillo, TX

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist works under the direct supervision of the physical medicine supervisor and is accountable for a designated group of patients. The therapist provides evaluations, modalities, and treatments in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures, while maintaining high-quality patient care. The therapist is also responsible for the care of patients being treated by physical therapist assistants. The role provides patient care to people of all ages, from neonates to geriatric patients. Full-time and part-time schedules are indicated; a sign-on bonus is available for full-time employees.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of Texas with an SCD or DPT.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association, or obtain it during orientation, and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Ability to read, write, and converse in English.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors, and others.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under stress, including during emergency response to patient incidents.
• Ability to respond to pages.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.
• Ability to bend, lift 50–100 pounds occasionally and/or 25–50 pounds frequently, grasp, perform fine hand/eye coordination, push and pull, and walk, stand, and/or sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to use sensory skills to differentiate clinical signs and symptoms.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care services to patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatric patients.
• Perform patient assessments.
• Establish plans of care.
• Provide care in accordance with physician orders and established plans of care.
• Assess the educational needs of patients, families, caregivers, or significant others and provide education to meet those needs.
• Plan for discharge.
• Communicate with patients, families, caregivers, significant others, and members of the healthcare team to promote maximum benefit of care.
• Assess treatment effectiveness and modify treatment to achieve goals.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for the care of patients being treated by physical therapist assistants.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Tuition savings to continue nursing education with Chamberlain University.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
• Pet insurance.
• Sign-on bonus available for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed