Pediatric Physical Therapist: Hands-on Care & Growth

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess patients, develop and initiate treatment plans, and provide direct patient care. The role may involve assisting senior therapists and leadership with program development, and training students and interns.

The position emphasizes safe, compassionate, personalized care and adherence to Memorial Hermann policies. The therapist collaborates with staff and physicians to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Physical Therapy (Texas Board or PT Compact); Basic Life Support.
• A physical therapist with direct access: Doctoral + residency/fellowship or 30 hours continuing competence in differential diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plans based on evaluation results.
• Provides direct patient care and documents findings, progress, and instructions.
• May assist Level II & III therapists and leadership with program development; may train students and staff.
• Promotes safe, compassionate, personalized and efficient experiences for patients and colleagues.
• Documents appropriately in medical records and adheres to policies.

Skills

Pediatric therapy experience

Fine hand dexterity

Communication skills

Education

BPT degree or higher (Physical Therapy)

Doctoral degree with residency/fellowship or 30 hours continuing competence in differential diagnosis

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess patients, develop and initiate treatment plans, and provide direct patient care. The role may involve assisting senior therapists and leadership with program development, and training students and interns.

The position emphasizes safe, compassionate, personalized care and adherence to Memorial Hermann policies. The therapist collaborates with staff and physicians to achieve positive patient outcomes.