Physical Therapist PRN

Golfcrest Nursing and Rehabilitation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Golfcrest Nursing and Rehabilitation in Houston, TX is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess and treat residents and short-term patients in a facility setting. The role offers a PRN schedule to support fluctuating patient needs and emphasizes infection prevention in the rehab gym and treatment areas.

Current Texas licensure as a PT is required; new grads are welcome to apply. Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and timely documentation are essential components of the role.

Qualifications

• Current Texas licensure as a PT is required.
• New grads welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Physical Therapy plan of care for facility residents and short-term patients.
• Provide supervision for staff Physical Therapy Assistants in delivery of the PT plans of care.
• Assist as needed with patient screenings for the need for Physical Therapy.
• Communicate progress and any barriers toward PT goals with interdisciplinary team members.
• Complete timely PT documentation in compliance with regulatory, licensing, and payor requirements.
• Assist with maintaining rehab gym equipment and treatment area in a safe manner, using infection prevention methods.
• Provide and document patient, family, and caregiver training regarding each PT patient’s plan of care and recommendations for follow up.

Education

Texas PT license

Job description

This position is for a skilled nursing facility in Houston, which has both short-term and long-term patients. Golfcrest Nursing and Rehabilitation has an in-house therapy team with smaller daily case loads, all new equipment, and an emphasis on optimizing time with patients.

We are dedicated to creating a family-like atmosphere for our residents, and our employees look forward to coming to work and delivering the highest quality of healthcare services possible.

Physical Therapist Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the Physical Therapy plan of care for facility residents and short-term patients.

• Provide supervision, as needed, for staff Physical Therapy Assistants in delivery of the PT plans of care.

• Assist as needed with patient screenings for the need for Physical Therapy.

• Communicate progress and any barriers toward PT goals with interdisciplinary team members.

• Complete timely PT documentation in compliance with regulatory, licensing, and payor requirements.

• Assist with maintaining both the rehab gym equipment and treatment area in a safe manner, using good infection prevention methods.

• Provide and document patient, family, and caregiver training regarding each PT patient’s specific plan of care and recommendations for follow up.

Schedule:

PRN

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Current Texas licensure as a PT is required

• New grads welcome to apply!

Salary:

$55-$60 per hour