Physical Therapist - Sign-On Bonus $7,500

Nexus Health Systems Ltd•Spring, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist develops and provides physical therapy services to referred patients and serves as a patient advocate within the Therapy Department. This role plays a critical part in helping pediatric patients regain mobility, improve functional independence, and achieve meaningful recovery outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required
Licensed Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of Texas
Current CPR certification
Behavioral management/de-escalation training as required (SAMA, ABA, PIP, or similar)

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred

Responsibilities

Screens, evaluates, and treats assigned patients.
Completes patient evaluations within 72 hours of physician referral.
Develops effective, individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
Provides evidence-based interventions and monitors patient progress.
Communicates regularly with the Director of Rehabilitation, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress and care plans.
Participates in patient care conferences, rehabilitation meetings, and other required clinical meetings.
Coordinates daily with PTAs regarding patient goals, status, and plan of care.
Documents treatments, progress, outcomes, and required regulatory information in a timely and accurate manner.
Records daily treatments and charges per department policy.
Performs department audits to maintain quality standards.
Ensures compliance with state regulations and national physical therapy standards.
Instructs parents/caregivers on home exercise programs, safety practices, and proper use of DME.
Participates in discharge planning and helps secure necessary adaptive and durable medical equipment.
Provides excellent customer service to patients and families.
Supervises PTAs and rehabilitation technicians.
Acts as a clinical preceptor for affiliating PT or PTA programs.
Participates in staff in-services and ongoing professional development.
Maintains equipment appropriately to ensure proper function and longevity.
Performs additional duties as assigned.