Physical Therapist Inpatient

Texas Health Hospital Mansfield; Britton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health Mansfield is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to cover weekend shifts and occasional weekdays. This role offers weekend pay differentials and requires active licensure in Texas.

Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment planning, documentation, patient education, and participation in performance-improvement initiatives. A Doctorate in Physical Therapy and BLS are required, with supervision of PTAs as applicable.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy required or preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Active Physical Therapist license in Texas or eligible.
• Experience with acute care physical therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clinical knowledge and pursue performance improvements.
• Ensure patient safety in daily activities and care delivery.
• Support community marketing and educational outreach.
• Perform evaluations and re-evaluations using standard techniques.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans with goals.
• Document accurately and timely using objective terminology.
• Charge patients accurately and timely for services.
• Educate patients and caregivers on discharge plans and home programs.
• Participate in quality initiatives and departmental performance improvements.
• Supervise PT assistants and rehab aides per regulations.
• Maintain productivity standards and adapt hours to patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Windows

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining Texas Health Mansfield is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Mansfield is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2300 LONESTAR RD

City:

MANSFIELD

State:

Texas

Postal Code:

76063

Job Description:

PRN, as needed, to cover shifts mainly on weekends and occasional weekdays

PRN Rate: $55.00/hour + Weekend Shift Diff

PRN Requirement: Two weekend shifts per month

• Practices principles of professional development and performance improvements by maintaining clinical knowledge, using best and or evidence-based practices, and serving as a Clinical instructor.


• Practices principles of employee and patient safety in daily job activities.


• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.


• Performs evaluations and re-evaluations using recommended techniques and standards.


• Establishes, implements, and adapts individualized treatment plans, including goal setting, treatment activities, and frequency.


• Documents accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology.


• Charges patients accurately, timely, and legibly.


• Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education and utilizes opportunities for teaching, including discharge recommendations.


• Discharges patients when maximum benefit is achieved or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.


• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.


• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.


• Oversees the care provided by physical therapist assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides, according to established regulations and practice standards.


• Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department, through effective time management and clinical efficiency and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.


• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems. [Required]


• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively. [Required]


• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic formats with patients, staff, physicians, nurses, and administrators. [Required]

Education:

• Doctorate [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in Physical Therapy

Experience:

• Acute Care physical therapy experience is highly preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]


• Physical Therapist (PT) [Required] OR Physical Therapist - Temporary (PT-TEMP) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$32.89 - $61.17

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.