Physical Therapist PRN

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) Plan with company match

Wellbeing support services

Job summary

Methodist Healthcare System in San Antonio is seeking a Physical Therapist to enhance patient outcomes through personalized therapy plans and evidence-based interventions. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to evaluate and treat patients, guiding them to restore mobility and regain confidence after illness or injury.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and possess the Texas Physical Therapy License. This role offers extensive benefits, including comprehensive medical plans, retirement savings resources, and education support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in an acute or inpatient physical therapy setting.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient abilities and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to restore movement and enhance quality of life.
• Monitor progress and ensure accurate documentation of outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on exercise programs and safe practices.
• Collaborate across disciplines for cohesive patient-centered care.
• Mentor therapy assistants and uphold organizational values.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapy planning

Evidence-based interventions

Patient education

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy License (Texas)

Job description

Job Summary

As a Physical Therapist, you play a vital role in helping patients regain strength, restore mobility, and rebuild confidence following illness, injury, or surgery. Working closely with physicians and the care team, you’ll assess each patient’s needs and create personalized therapy plans designed around meaningful goals, active engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes. Backed by our national network of clinical expertise, advanced rehabilitation technology, and ongoing professional development, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, collaborate, and be a part of our shared mission of improving human life every day.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patient abilities and developing personalized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
• Delivering evidence-based interventions that restore movement, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life.
• Monitoring progress, refining therapy plans, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation of outcomes.
• Educating patients and families on exercise programs, adaptive techniques, and safe practices that promote independence.
• Collaborating across disciplines to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care and smooth transitions throughout recovery.
• Leading by example—mentoring therapy assistants or students while upholding HCA Healthcare’s values of excellence, compassion, and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy or higher degree from a university.
• Physical Therapy License issued by the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy (ECPTOTE) Texas State Board.
• Prefer one or more years of experience in an Acute or Inpatient Physical Therapy setting.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.