Inpatient PT - Acute Care | 20K Sign-On + Benefits

CareerNerds, LLC; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Physical Therapist for an inpatient acute care role in Conroe, TX. The position emphasizes balanced work-life, patient outcomes, and community impact, located about an hour from Houston.

You will treat patients in a small community hospital setting, with opportunity to contribute to care plans and patient education while maintaining comprehensive documentation and coordination with rehab teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required.
• 1 year or more of experience preferred; Cardiac Rehab experience preferred.
• Current Physical Therapist license required; BLS certification within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs in the hospital to restore function.
• Plans therapy program for each patient including exercises, massage, heat, water, light, and electricity as prescribed by physician.
• Applies diagnostic and prognostic tests of muscles, nerves, joints, and functional ability.
• Directs and assists patient in active and passive exercises and gait training.
• Provides whirlpool, contrast baths, and moist packs as part of therapy.
• Directs patient in use of mobility aids and orthotics.
• Instructs on posture control and home exercise programs.
• Adapts therapy techniques for patients with communication or comprehension challenges.
• Evaluates and reports patient progress; maintains accurate records.

Skills

Experience in physical therapy

Cardiac Rehab experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Physical Therapist for an inpatient acute care role in Conroe, TX. The position emphasizes balanced work-life, patient outcomes, and community impact, located about an hour from Houston.

You will treat patients in a small community hospital setting, with opportunity to contribute to care plans and patient education while maintaining comprehensive documentation and coordination with rehab teams.