Physical Therapist

4 weeks ago

Houston, Texas, United States Memorial Hermann Health System Full time
Job Summary

This position is PRN - for weekdays and Saturdays as needed.

Job Description

The Supplemental Physical Therapist assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation may include measurements of neuromuscular and skeletal functions. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers. The therapist will provide recommendations and assists physical therapists and management team with program development.

The therapist will be responsible to serve as resource and mentor; oversees the development, guidance and training of assistants, students, interns and rehabilitation technicians with regards to individual patient care.

A physical therapist practicing direct access will examine and evaluate a patient's current conditions which may result in identification of movement and mobility dysfunction.

A physical therapist practicing direct access will not diagnose an illness or disease. If a medical diagnosis has already been established by a qualified healthcare practitioner, the physical therapist will take it into consideration during the evaluation process.

Responsibilities
  • Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient.
  • Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician's referral.
  • Accurately interprets evaluation findings.
  • Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
  • Implements a physical therapy treatment program and provides advanced physical therapy treatments.
  • Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
  • Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress towards treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated.
  • Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate methods.
  • Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies.
  • Manages time effectively.
  • Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Serves as clinical resource to staff, hospital, and/or system or departmental committee/task force.
  • Provides leadership in an ongoing department interest/study group.
  • Demonstrates increasing expertise in treatment of a particular patient population.
  • Acts as clinical instructor to PT and PTA interns.
  • Assists in program development within the department and/or assists with clinical competencies.
  • Assists in supervision of support staff.
  • Actively participates in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession.
  • Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
  • Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
  • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelors or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program.
  • Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission. Current Certification in Basic Life Support.
  • Physical therapist practicing direct access: Doctoral degree along with a residency or fellowship program, OR Licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis.
  • Experience / Knowledge / Skills: One (1) year of experience preferred. Demonstrates ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns/students.
Work Environment

The position requires occasional/frequent lifting of up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.

Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.

The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.

Ability to commit to elected commitment schedule, with flexibility in scheduling and in moving within patient care areas when necessary.

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