Acute Care Physical Therapist (PRN) – Make a Difference

JPS Health Network; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Health Network is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist for the Acute unit at JPS Main to provide and adjust a comprehensive physical therapy plan of care for acute-care patients in Fort Worth, TX. The role is PRN, with rotating shifts, and requires strong collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a DPT or PT with TX licensure, and 3+ years of experience. You will lead patient education, document care, and contribute to quality and compliance initiatives within a

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or University.
• Current licensure by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• OR Master’s in Physical Therapy from an accredited school or University.
• 3 plus years of experience working as a Physical Therapist.
• Current licensure by Texas Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments and reassessments to identify functional limitations, establish treatment goals, and determine appropriate interventions.
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals, clinical findings, patient needs, and evidence-based practice standards.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation of patient care, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries, and associated charges.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, home exercise programs, safety precautions, and discharge recommendations.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, safety, infection prevention, and documentation standards applicable to the practice of physical therapy.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, performance improvement activities, and departmental projects designed to enhance patient care and operational effectiveness.
• Provides leadership and direction for Physical Therapist Assistants, support staff and Physical Therapy students.
• Participates in departmental operational planning and goals action item meetings.

Skills

DPT or PT degree options

TX PT licensure

3+ years experience

MS in PT (alternative)

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

JPS Health Network is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist for the Acute unit at JPS Main to provide and adjust a comprehensive physical therapy plan of care for acute-care patients in Fort Worth, TX. The role is PRN, with rotating shifts, and requires strong collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a DPT or PT with TX licensure, and 3+ years of experience. You will lead patient education, document care, and contribute to quality and compliance initiatives within a