Physical Therapist

Val Verde Regional Medical Center; Del Rio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Physical Therapists and Assistants to join their team in Del Rio, Texas. This role involves evaluating and administering physical therapy treatments to help patients regain function and prevent disabilities. With a focus on teamwork, you will supervise supportive staff and contribute to departmental operations and performance improvement activities. Del Rio offers a low cost of living and a vibrant community, making it an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive sign-on bonus

Relocation compensation

Benefits packages

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy school or college with a certificate.
• Must be willing to sit for Texas State Licensing Exam within 3-6 months.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, direct, and administer physical therapy treatments.
• Coordinate and supervise responsibilities assigned to supportive staff.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Administration

Team Coordination

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Certificate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Requirements to Apply: Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy school or graduate of a college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy or in Physical Therapy Assistant. If not already licensed, candidate must be willing to sit for and pass Texas State Licensing Exam within 3-6 mos.

General Physical Therapist Description:

Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (RCNA, PTA, PTLA, etc.). The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines. Ensures that patient changes are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

General Physical Therapist Assistant Description:

Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the physical therapist has evaluated the patient. The Physical Therapy Assistant assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The Physical Therapy Assistant participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

Facility and Community Overview:

Del Rio, TX is known as the "Oasis of Texas" with over 145 miles of pristine lakefront on beautiful Lake Amistad. Del Rio boasts a low cost of living (18% lower than the US average), excellent public and private school options and a less than 6% unemployment rate. In addition to our low crime rate, Southern Living Magazine named Del Rio "The Friendliest Little Border Town in Texas". With these attributes, it is no wonder our local economy is thriving.

Val Verde Regional Medical Center is a 93 bed facility located in the heart of Del Rio. We are experiencing tremendous growth and are looking for individuals to grow with us. We offer competitive sign on, relocation compensation and benefits packages.

Join our health care team and make a difference!