Physical Therapist

Nexus Health Systems; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist, where you will develop and implement effective treatment plans for patients. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of care and patient advocacy. You will have the chance to supervise rehabilitation technicians, participate in patient care conferences, and contribute to policy meetings. With a commitment to mentorship and professional growth, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while advancing their career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Bachelor's level program in Physical Therapy.
• Minimum of one year working with adult and adolescent populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screens, evaluates, and treats patients as assigned.
• Develops effective treatment plans and supervises PTA's.
• Documents treatments and outcomes according to guidelines.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy

Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

Physical Therapy Equipment

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Description

Physical Therapist develops and provides physical therapy services to referred patients and serves as a patient advocate in the Therapy Department

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Screens, evaluates and treats patients as assigned.
• Evaluates patients within two to three working days of physician referral, depending on level of care.
• Develops effective treatment plans to assigned patients.
• Supervises PTA’s and rehabilitation technicians in direct patient care and patient related activities.
• Treats patients according to a treatment plan approved by the attending physician. Provide treatments and monitor progress to assigned patients.
• Communicates with the Director of Rehabilitation, physicians and other team members regarding patient progress, problems, and plans.
• Participates as necessary in patient care conferences and weekly rehabilitation meetings.
• Participates in policy and procedure meetings.
• Documents treatments and outcomes and all required documentations related to patient care according to accepted regulatory, corporate and professional guidelines in a timely manner.
• Participates in In-Service Training Programs with staff to achieve a high standard of care by all staff.
• Records daily treatments and charges with respect to department policy.
• Establishes and instructs parents/caregivers in patient specific home exercise programs/maintenance programs.
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Secures necessary durable medical equipment and adaptive equipment for patients to facilitate independence.
• Acts as a clinical preceptor for affiliating Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant schools.
• Communicates and coordinates clinical services department functions with other departments to achieve cohesion and effectiveness.
• Communicates with the Director of Rehabilitation Services regarding department programs, goals, objectives, problems and successes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Physical Therapy equipment utilized in different procedures, for example, electrical stimulation, traction, ultrasound, whirlpool, etc.
• Complies with state regulations and national standards as they apply to the practice of Physical Therapy.
• Utilizes resources appropriately and uses/maintains equipment in order to prolong working life.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Job RequirementsExperience

• No experience required
• Minimum of one year working with the adult and adolescent populations preferred.
  
  

Education Required

• Graduate of a Bachelor’s level program in Physical Therapy.
• Masters and/or Doctorate degree preferred
  
  

Licensure/Certification

Additional Information

• Licensed by the State of Practice in Physical Therapy
• Current CPR certification.
• Maintain current certification in good standing during employment with this facility, or, obtain within thirty (30) days
  
  

All Nexus Health Systems employees will need to meet the requirements outlined in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) interim final rule requiring all workers in most health care settings that participate in the Medicare and Medicaid programs to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The rule is effective November 5, 2021. Under the regulation, all eligible workers of Nexus Health Systems must be fully vaccinated by January 4, 2022.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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