Physical Therapist

Avir at French Home; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem pay

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Avir at the French Home in San Antonio, TX is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to join the team on a per diem basis. The PT will evaluate residents, design individualized plans, and guide exercises to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

The role requires a Texas PT license, a DPT or equivalent degree, and CPR certification. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and thorough documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Texas Physical Therapist license.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with older adults or skilled nursing/rehabilitation setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to identify physical limitations and mobility concerns.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on goals.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and mobility interventions.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate residents and families on exercises and safety.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and other therapists.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per regulations.
• Promote resident safety and independence during therapy.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Gait training

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Licensed PT in Texas

Job description

Physical Therapist – Per Diem

Avir at the French Home
1315 Texas Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78201

Position Summary

Avir at the French Home is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team on a per diem basis. The Physical Therapist will provide evaluation and treatment services designed to help residents improve mobility, strength, balance, functional independence, and overall quality of life.

Essential Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents to identify physical limitations, mobility concerns, and functional needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each resident's condition and goals.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, mobility training, balance activities, gait training, and other appropriate interventions.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and safety.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the care team.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.
• Promote resident safety and independence during all therapy activities.
• Participate in care planning and communicate changes in resident status to the appropriate team members.
• Follow professional, ethical, and facility standards of practice.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in the State of Texas.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current CPR certification, as required.
• Strong clinical, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with older adults or in a skilled nursing/rehabilitation setting is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

Schedule

Per Diem / As Needed