Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Rehab

Tenet Healthcare Corporation•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements individualized treatment programs according to the principles and practices of physical therapy. As an interdisciplinary team member, the therapist assesses and reassesses patients, provides direct patient care, and develops and implements individualized care plans. The role may involve neonatal through geriatric patients, as applicable, and requires completion of established position competencies within the designated introductory period. Other related duties may be assigned. The therapist responds to physician orders, reviews patient charts and progress, administers and interprets tests and measurements, and adjusts treatment plans as appropriate. The therapist develops functional goals based on patient and family expectations, works to improve and restore mobility and independence, and coordinates with patients, families, social workers, nursing staff, and discharge planners regarding progress and discharge planning. Responsibilities also include treatment documentation, appropriate use and performance checks of equipment, staff in-service and student education, supervision of supportive personnel, safe and efficient use of resources, and participation in performance improvement activities. A bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and a current Texas state license are required. New graduates must obtain the license before orientation. Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support is required upon hire. No previous work experience is necessary. A master’s or doctorate degree, two years of practicing PT experience in a healthcare setting, marketing and business familiarity, and Spanish proficiency are preferred. Northeast Baptist Hospital describes its benefits as including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; paid time off; career development and continuing education; health savings and flexible spending accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; employee discounts; and optional benefits. Benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
Current Texas state license; new graduates must possess the license before orientation.
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
No previous work experience is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or doctorate degree in physical therapy.
Two years of practicing PT experience in a healthcare setting, including outpatient and inpatient care.
Marketing and business familiarity.
Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

Respond to physician orders for physical therapy and seek clarification or interpretation as needed.
Administer and interpret patient tests and measurements.
Review patient charts and progress before treatment and modify treatment plans accordingly.
Develop realistic functional goals based on patient and family expectations.
Develop, improve, and restore functional mobility to help patients reach the highest possible level of independence.
Instruct and involve patients, families, social workers, nursing staff, and discharge planners in patient progress and discharge plans; participate in appropriate meetings.
Maintain documentation of all treatments.
Use modalities and procedures correctly, demonstrating knowledge of indications and contraindications.
Check that equipment is performing appropriately before each use.
Organize schedules around patient priorities, staff needs, and departmental responsibilities.
Provide in-service education to staff and clinical education for PT students.
Use supportive personnel and supervise the administration of treatment plans.
Immediately inform a supervisor of incidents, accidents, equipment failure, or unusual physician or patient problems, and initiate appropriate action.
Maintain working knowledge of routine clerical procedures and use resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintain a safe environment and address patient population-specific needs.
Participate in performance improvement activities.
Complete established position competencies within the designated introductory period.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts
Healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program
Voluntary pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance