Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist (Mentorship)

Jobtome; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital West Campus in Houston is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist to develop and implement PT programs for patients from infancy to adulthood in a fast-paced, pediatric outpatient setting. You will evaluate, plan, and organize care, while mentoring staff and ensuring accurate EMR documentation.

The role requires a Physical Therapy degree and Texas state license, with BLS preferred; prior outpatient experience and mentorship responsibilities are highlighted.

Qualifications

• PT degree required.
• Texas state PT license required.
• BLS certification preferred.
• 2 years clinical experience or 1-year medical residency preferred.
• Outpatient setting experience is referenced in responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient evaluations and reassessments per hospital guidelines.
• Develops individualized plan of care based on evaluation findings.
• Provides clinical support to outpatient clinic or specialty program.
• Mentors less experienced staff in the area of specialty.
• Documents patient information in EMR with minimal errors.
• Acts as clinical instructor for at least one student per year.
• Reports unsafe conditions to management.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Clinical experience

BLS certification

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital West Campus in Houston is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist to develop and implement PT programs for patients from infancy to adulthood in a fast-paced, pediatric outpatient setting. You will evaluate, plan, and organize care, while mentoring staff and ensuring accurate EMR documentation.

The role requires a Physical Therapy degree and Texas state license, with BLS preferred; prior outpatient experience and mentorship responsibilities are highlighted.