Physical Therapist - PRN Weekday

Ernest Health • Weslaco, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Weslaco Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide per-diem inpatient rehabilitation services in Weslaco, Texas. The hospital serves patients recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other disabling conditions through individualized therapy programs. The Physical Therapist evaluates patients and develops treatment plans to help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The role works closely with patients and colleagues and integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Requirements

• Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current and valid state Physical Therapist license.
• Basic Life Support/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrated competency in providing care according to established standards.
• Ability to apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.

Nice To Haves

• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
• Examine patients’ medical histories and evaluate their physical abilities and potential to respond to therapy.
• Develop treatment plans for patients.
• Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Benefits

• PPO and High Deductible medical plan options.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Competitive compensation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness program with quarterly challenges and participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off, accruing from the start date.
• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program.
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program.
• Continuing education opportunities.

What This Job Offers