Therapist Physical 1

Baylor Scott & White Health • Waco, TX

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist 1 provides patient care by evaluating, planning, and implementing treatment. The role also includes educating patients and planning discharges to maximize function. The therapist evaluates, treats, and monitors patients; modifies therapy programs and goals; documents clinical care and enters charges accurately; communicates and educates patients, families, staff, coworkers, and the medical care team; supervises ancillary staff, students, and volunteers; and advances clinical practice through ongoing education and evidence-based care. The therapist follows organizational, national, and state guidelines and aligns work activities with system goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree, or bachelor's degree plus two years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Less than one year of experience.
• Physical Therapist (PT) license/certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to accomplish the job.
• Good communication skills and ability to relate professionally and positively to patients, family members, and facility staff.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills with all levels of the healthcare team, with a focus on customer service.
• Proficient computer knowledge and ability to operate multiple computer systems and standard rehabilitation equipment.
• High attention to detail in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining productivity.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and monitor patients, modifying therapy programs and goals as needed.
• Complete timely, thorough, and concise clinical documentation and enter charges accurately; understand reimbursement related to the practice setting.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and the medical care team.
• Provide education to patients, families, and staff.
• Supervise ancillary staff, students, and volunteers.
• Advance clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review, and implementation of evidence-based practice.
• Share knowledge to develop colleagues' clinical skills.
• Adhere to organizational, national, and state regulatory guidelines.
• Align personal goals and work activities with system goals.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level