Physical Therapist PRN

Woodland-Heights-Medical-Center; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodland-Heights-Medical-Center in Lufkin, TX seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic procedures for children and adults as prescribed by a referring physician, establishing individualized goals, delivering treatments, and reassessing progress with precise documentation.

You will educate patients and families, operate therapy equipment safely, maintain a clean environment, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuous,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• 0–2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough PT evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Delivers safe, effective therapy and ensures documentation.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans as patients progress.
• Documents evaluations, plans, progress notes, and billing details.
• Educates patients and families on plans, exercises, and post-treatment care.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean environment.
• Collaborates with physicians and care teams to ensure continuity.
• Tailors care to demographics.
• Maintains compliance with safety and infection control.
• Adapts to changes and follows chain of command.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains reliable attendance.
• Complies with policies and standards.

Skills

Evaluation expertise

Patient education

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation for children and adults as prescribed by a referring physician. This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.

Essential Functions

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans across diverse patient populations.


• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.


• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.


• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.


• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.


• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.


• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.


• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.


• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.


• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required


• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and safety standards.


• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop effective treatment plans.


• Proficiency in using therapy equipment and technology for documentation and billing.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.


• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.


• Commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical and legal standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• PT - Physical Therapist license in the state of employment required


• BLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required

Job Info

• Job Identification 158065


• Job Category Allied Health


• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 06:24 PM


• Degree Level Master's Degree


• Job Schedule Part time


• Job Shift Day