Acute Inpatient Physical Therapist – Rehab & Recovery

CHRISTUS Health; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Beaumont, TX seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with impairment due to disease or injury. You will use therapeutic exercise, rehab procedures and modalities within your scope, collaborating with hospital staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

May supervise PTAs, therapy technicians and student interns. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, treatment planning, progress documentation, education, discharge planning and interdepartmental

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in Texas.
• American Heart Association BLS certification within two weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients as part of the healthcare team, using therapeutic exercise, rehabilitation procedures and physical agents.
• Independently assess all patient types and set measurable, attainable goals; reassess progress regularly.
• Provide education to patients and families; document home exercise programs and discharge plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and other staff; participate in discharge planning and team conferences.
• Maintain efficient productivity, coordinate treatments with other departments, and handle documentation accurately.

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Beaumont, TX seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with impairment due to disease or injury. You will use therapeutic exercise, rehab procedures and modalities within your scope, collaborating with hospital staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

May supervise PTAs, therapy technicians and student interns. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, treatment planning, progress documentation, education, discharge planning and interdepartmental