Physical Therapist Part Time New Grads Welcome

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Uptown is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to join the Physical Therapy Department. The position involves treating post-surgical patients, collaborating with physicians, and planning safe treatment protocols. Ideal candidates should possess strong orthopedic skills and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of adult orthopedic experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Current licensed in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, plans, and implements treatments for hospitalized patients according to age-specific needs.
• Collaborates with the referring physician and other hospital staff when needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of treatment protocols

Education

Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Uptown is a joint venture surgical hospital between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and local physicians. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Uptown provides a wide range of medical and surgical services for to the greater North Texas area across 8 ORs, 24 private Inpatient rooms, a full-service ED. The hospital specializes in both inpatient and outpatient procedures in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, General, Bariatrics, Surgical Oncology, ENT, Reconstructive Surgery, and other surgical specialties.

Baylor Medical Center at Uptown is currently seeking a Physical Therapist in the Physical Therapy Department for a part time opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY

The ideal candidate must have strong orthopedic skills, and comfortable working with a variety of post-surgical patients. Physical Therapist (PT) evaluates plans and implements treatments for hospitalized patients according to age specific needs. The PT reviews with the patient and caregiver the current diagnosis, prognosis and treatment goals while planning and implementing a safe and timely treatment plan. The PT collaborates with the referring physician when needed and completes all patient care documentation concisely and timely.

Work Schedule: This is a part time position at 20 - 29/hours a week, Tuesday - Friday with occasional Saturdays. May work more hours some weeks.

Position required skills for the PT include:

• The Physical Therapist (PT) evaluates, plans and implements treatments for hospitalized patients according to age specific needs.
• The PT reviews with the patient and caregiver the current diagnosis, prognosis and treatment goals while planning and implementing a safe and timely treatment plan.
• The PT collaborates with the referring physician and other hospital staff when needed and completes all patient care documentation concisely and timely.
• The PT provides input or support for facility training opportunities in ergonomics, body mechanics, and patient handling for staff as well as peri-surgery education for patients/families.

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
• Maintains continuing education credits as required by the State
• Minimum 1-2 years adult orthopedic experience preferably in a hospital setting
• Current licensed in the State of Texas
• Current BLS required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable of current treatment protocols and rehabilitation equipment

Required Experience

Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
• Maintains continuing education credits as required by the State
• Minimum 1-2 years adult orthopedic experience preferably in a hospital setting
• Current licensed in the State of Texas
• Current BLS required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable of current treatment protocols and rehabilitation equipment