Physical Therapist, Float

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's seeks a qualified Physical Therapist (Float) to evaluate, plan, and provide individualized therapies for patients from birth through adulthood. You will deliver family-centered care and collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, a Texas PT license, and BLS certification. Outpatient specialties such as casting, vestibular therapy, Lokomat, and Schroth are welcomed as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Physical Therapist license issued by the State of Texas required.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Outpatient specialty areas welcomed (casting, vestibular, acute outpatient rehab program, Lokomat, Schroth).

Responsibilities

• Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with established guidelines.
• Develops individualized plans of care and measurable short- and long-term goals in collaboration with patients and families.
• Provides physical therapy treatment within the scope of training, responsibilities, and clinical competencies.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate treatment plans and support continuity of care.
• Monitors patient responses to treatment interventions and adjusts care plans as appropriate.

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Physical Therapist license (TX)

Job description

At our company, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values of Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust, we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

As a Physical Therapist, Float, you'll evaluate, plan, and provide individualized physical therapy treatment for patients from birth through adulthood. You'll deliver developmentally appropriate, family-centered care while collaborating with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with established guidelines
• Develops individualized plans of care and measurable short- and long-term goals in collaboration with patients and families
• Provides physical therapy treatment within the scope of training, responsibilities, and clinical competencies
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate treatment plans and support continuity of care
• Monitors patient responses to treatment interventions and adjusts care plans as appropriate
• Recommends adaptive equipment and designs, fabricates, or recommends orthotic devices as needed
• Assesses home and school environments and recommends modifications to support patient needs
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers about treatment plans, continuity of care, and home treatment programs
• Documents patient care, progress, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record
• Completes required insurance documentation and submits patient charges accurately and timely
• Manages assigned schedules to meet departmental productivity expectations
• Supports staff and student development through mentoring, clinical instruction, orientation, and educational in-services
• Participates in performance-improvement initiatives, safety activities, required training, and departmental meetings
• Reports patient injuries, unsafe conditions, anticipated concerns, and unusual situations in accordance with established procedures
• Maintains patient, employee, and departmental confidentiality and supports a safe, survey-ready care environment

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required

Physical Therapist license issued by the State of Texas required

Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required

Any outpatient specialty areas are welcomed. Examples: casting, vestibular, acute outpatient rehab program, Lokomat, or Schroth)