Physical Therapist - Hospital Acute Care

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for assigned patients. You will gather data, discuss with physicians as needed, and set measurable goals to guide progress.

The role requires independent assessment, ongoing reassessment, and the ability to determine equipment needs while communicating with patients and families. A Doctorate is preferred; a TX LPT license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy is required.
• LPT license in Texas is required.
• Doctorate degree is preferred.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Gathers data from chart and care givers; discusses with physician as necessary.
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned.
• Recognizes additional needs during evaluation; exercises sound judgment when testing or scheduling.
• Interprets results and formulates measurable, realistic goals.
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per policy.
• Identifies equipment needs and discusses with patient and family.

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Doctorate preferred

LPT License in TX required

BLS required

Job description

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

Work Type

Full Time