Physical Therapist Acute Care

MEDICAL CITY DALLAS; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist in Acute Care to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care, managing therapeutic processes for an assigned group of patients. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive culture, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient experiences. The organization is recognized for its advanced medical facilities and community support, making it a rewarding environment for professional growth. If you are eager to contribute to patient care with warmth and integrity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Counseling Services

Time Away From Work Program

Referral Services for Child and Elder Care

Consumer Discounts

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations and treatment interventions for patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Instruct patients and families in therapies and exercises.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Therapeutic Care

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Physical Therapy Equipment

Job description

Description

This position may be eligible for a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Opportunity!

Are you looking for evening shifts or a later start to your workday? We have shifts starting at 10:00 am, too!

We need your expertise! We offer an incredible culture and a wealth of opportunities for your practice at our 900+ bed facility. Bring your experience and consider joining our team; we'd love to meet you and discuss the opportunity at Medical City Dallas.

New Graduates are always welcome, too!

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Physical Therapist in Acute Care today with Medical City Dallas.

Benefits

Medical City Dallas offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a Physical Therapist in Acute Care. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million to charitable organizations. Apply today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by managing the complete process of therapeutic care for an assigned group of patients in coordination with physicians and the patient care team. The PT completes patient assessments and participates in developing and implementing individualized care plans focusing on goal achievement, patient engagement, and positive patient experience. The PT provides or directs most of the patient’s physical therapy to support patients throughout the continuum of care.

What you will do in this role:

• Provide evaluations and treatment interventions within the scope of practice established by law and professional ethics.
• Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status and participate in developing the total plan of care.
• Provide purposeful and skilled therapeutic care at the patient’s home, using procedures and techniques to produce a change in condition/function consistent with the physician’s plan of care.
• Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in therapies, exercises, therapeutic appliances, and/or prosthetic devices to be used outside of therapy sessions.
• Prioritize caseload, determine daily staffing needs, and coordinate assignments/handoffs.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Bachelor’s Degree.

Medical City Dallas is recognized for its advanced medical facilities and commitment to excellence in patient care. We are a 895+ bed tertiary care center with more than 1,500 physicians, many recognized as the best in their specialties. Patients travel from all over the U.S. and abroad for our sophisticated treatments by over 400 in-house physician specialists. Our hospital features separate adult and pediatric emergency rooms, outpatient clinics, and diagnostic centers. Our providers have access to state-of-the-art technology and are pioneering new medical procedures. As part of the Medical City network, patients have access to leading medical experts and healthcare innovations across the network.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies multiple times and has invested heavily in charitable care and community support.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are seeking an opportunity that offers satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Physical Therapist in Acute Care position. We review all applications promptly. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.