Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Children's Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Health in Dallas, TX is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist for outpatient services, primarily in the Pain Clinic. The role includes conducting PT evaluations, providing evidence-based treatments, patient and family education, and collaborating with physicians and care teams to support safe discharge planning.

The incumbent will orient to all specialties but focus on Pain Clinic, supervise rehab aides and PT interns, and participate in meetings and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Licensed Physical Therapist in Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• New grads with pediatric clinical rotations required.
• 3–5 years of job-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct PT evaluations and re-evaluations with goals and discharge recommendations.
• Coordinate schedule, supervise rehabilitation aides, mentor PT interns.
• Maintain equipment, attend meetings, participate in program development and continuing education.
• Meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the position.

Skills

Pediatric physical therapy

Clinical evaluation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Department: Pain Clinic; will orient to all specialties, but focus is Pain Clinic

Location: Cityville; 2222 Medical District Drive, Dallas, TX

Shift: PRN; between M - F

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

This job is for PRN assignments only. Please refer to Physical Therapist I (#1828) job description.The incumbent in this position is a staff therapist who participates in the evaluation and treatment of patients based upon current principles and practices of Physical Therapy. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Children's Health philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Physical Therapy evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of function, setting individualized goals and making discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice; provide direct PT treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation including evaluation forms, progress notes, education forms; and collaborate with physicians, patients, family and other members of the health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning
• Coordinate and prioritize own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities; supervise rehabilitation aides; mentor and instruct PT interns and other students as indicated
• Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; attend and participate in departmental meetings, inservices, rounds and peer reviews; participate in program development as assigned by Team Leader; and participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency
• Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description
• Assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area

Work Experience

How You’ll Be Successful:

• New Grads with pediatric clinical rotations - Required
• 3 -5 years job related experience Preferred

EDUCATION

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy Required
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy Preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Licensed Physical Therapist- Essential License to practice physical therapy in the State of Texas
• Basic Life Support - BLS Essential Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.