Physical Therapist, Acute/Inpatient Rehab (Wed-Sat) - Greater Heights

Memorial Hermann Health System•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Physical Therapist assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plans based on evaluation results, and provides direct patient care. Evaluations may include measurements of neuromuscular and skeletal functions. The therapist documents findings, progress, and instructions for patients and caregivers, and may assist Level II and III physical therapists and leadership with program development. The role may include training and guiding students, interns, and other staff, and includes responsibility for care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians. This position is scheduled for four 10-hour shifts, Wednesday through Saturday. The therapist performs comprehensive patient evaluations, interprets findings, establishes goals and plans of care, delivers and adjusts treatment programs, communicates with patients, caregivers, and professional colleagues, and completes accurate medical-record documentation. The role also supports safe, compassionate, personalized, and efficient care in accordance with Memorial Hermann policies and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program.
Current or temporary license to practice Physical Therapy from the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or the Physical Therapy Compact Commission.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
For direct-access practice: a doctoral degree plus a residency or fellowship program, or licensure with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis.
Physical ability to occasionally or frequently push and lift 75–100 pounds and carry up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; and frequent walking, stooping, and squatting.
Fine hand dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Ability to receive oral and written communication and communicate verbally and in writing.
Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers, and equipment; recognize alphanumeric characters; distinguish colors; and observe physical characteristics.

Responsibilities

Assume responsibility for patient care and perform complete, comprehensive evaluations.
Interpret evaluation findings accurately and create written plans of care, goals, and programs to attain those goals.
Implement physical therapy treatment programs and provide basic physical therapy treatments.
Demonstrate competency in basic physical therapy skills.
Take responsibility for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
Regularly assess patient progress and adjust goals, plans, or programs as indicated.
Motivate and instruct patients and caregivers using appropriate methods.
Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, insurance companies, and other professional colleagues.
Present relevant special topics from professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings, and meetings as delegated or requested.
Manage time effectively.
Document appropriately in medical records and complete other documentation accurately and efficiently.
Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors and follow Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, including budget, time, supply, productivity, and quality requirements.
Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements and support department goals.
Model Memorial Hermann service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences.