Physical Therapist PRN (Pedi Neurosurgery)

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) seeks a Physical Therapist to coordinate and provide physical therapy services. The role includes patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, educating patients and families, and ensuring effective communication of treatment goals. UTHealth Houston offers a supportive work environment with competitive benefits and a focus on employee wellness.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees

Generous time off (37-38 days per year)

Longevity Pay after two years

Retirement/pension plan

Free financial and legal counseling

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Certified by American Physical Therapy Association.
• Physical Therapy (PT) by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners required.
• Experience varies by education level.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates physical therapy and orthopedic care for patients.
• Conducts evaluations and develops treatment plans.
• Reassesses patient status to ensure treatment goals are met.

Skills

Patient consultation

Home exercise program development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

• Certified by American Physical Therapy Association and
• Physical Therapy (PT) by Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners - Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) required

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

Provides professional, educational, and clinical skills in organizing and directing physical therapy services and administering treatment programs.

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Coordinates all physical therapy and related orthopedic care to ensure appropriate patient treatment.

2. Conducts patient consultation, evaluation, and program planning for all patients.

3. Develops home exercise programs to instruct patients in the required exercise for treatment.

4. Reassesses patient status on an ongoing basis to ensure that treatment goals, plans, and program are appropriate.

5. Communicates effectively with patient/family to ensure knowledge of treatment plan and home exercises.

6. Develops educational programs to increase patient/family and community awareness of physical therapy treatment.

7. Assists in continuing education and orientation or new employees to increase awareness of physical therapy treatments.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Certified by American Physical Therapy Association and
• Physical Therapy (PT) by Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners - Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (ECPTOTE) required

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of Physical Therapy and four years of experience; OR
Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and two years of experience; OR
Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy and no experience.

Minimum Experience:

Years of experience varies based on education level.

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or over 50 pounds frequently and/or over 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.