Physical Therapist

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Physical Therapist for Per Diem/PRN shifts (days). The PT will assess and treat patients to regain mobility after illness, injury, or surgery, perform exercises, educate patients, and assist with discharge planning.

Shifts are 8 hours, 8:00am to 4:00pm, with days and varied shifts. A current state PT license and BCLS are required; degree in Physical Therapy (BPT/MSPT/PhD) is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/ Masters/ Doctorate/Certificate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Responsibilities

• Assessing Patients: Evaluate a patient's mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations.
• Creating Treatment Plans: Develop individualized therapy plans to improve movement and function based on the patient’s condition and goals.
• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Assist patients in regaining function after surgery (e.g., joint replacements, cardiac procedures).
• Pain Management: Use techniques such as manual therapy, positioning, and guided movement to reduce pain and improve comfort.
• Patient & Family Education: Teach patients and caregivers how to perform exercises, use assistive devices (like walkers), and follow safety practices at home.

Education

Physical Therapy degree (Bachelors/Masters/Doctorate/Certificate)

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Department: Physical Therapy

Employment Type : Per Diem/ PRN

Shifts Available: Days / Varied

Hours: 8hr shifts – 8:00am to 4:00pm

Location : Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mesquite, TX

We are seeking a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist (PT ) will help patients regain mobility and function after illness, injury, or surgery through assessments, exercises, and early mobilization. They also assist with pain management, educate patients and families, and support discharge planning to ensure safe transitions after hospitalization.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Assessing Patients: Evaluate a patient's mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations
• Creating Treatment Plans: Develop individualized therapy plans to improve movement and function based on the patient’s condition and goals
• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Assist patients in regaining function after surgery (e.g., joint replacements, cardiac procedures)
• Pain Management: Use techniques such as manual therapy, positioning, and guided movement to reduce pain and improve comfort
• Patient & Family Education: Teach patients and caregivers how to perform exercises, use assistive devices (like walkers), and follow safety practices at home

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Bachelor/ Masters/ Doctorate/Certificate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

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