Physical Therapist - Hospital Acute Care

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas is seeking a Physical Therapist responsible for patient assessment, evaluating care needs, and implementing therapy. The role requires at least a Bachelor's degree and a valid LPT License. Candidates should possess strong clinical judgment and interpersonal skills. This is a full-time position with a flexible work schedule, offering a chance to impact patient care positively.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Prof preferred for advanced practice.
• Bachelor's degree required to qualify.
• Valid LPT License in the state of Texas mandatory.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Gather relevant patient data from charts and discussions with care givers.
• Perform independent assessments of patients as assigned.
• Recognize additional patient needs during evaluations.
• Set measurable and realistic patient goals.
• Regularly reassess patient progress as per policy.

Skills

Patient assessment skills

Clinical decision-making

Interpersonal communication

Education

Doctorate Prof preferred

Bachelor's degree required

Tools

Therapy equipment

Job description

Summary:

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

• Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessary
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
• Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testing
• Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arises
• Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes

Requirements:

• Doctorate Prof preferred
• Bachelor's degree required
• LPT License in state of employment required
• BLS required

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours (Flexible)

Work Type:

Full Time