Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) to join the Houston Northwest Acute Rehabilitation Unit on weekends. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and help restore movement and independence.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, a current PT license, CPR certification, and prior rehab experience preferred. You will collaborate with the rehab team and educate patients on home exercise programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience: Previous experience in rehab setting preferred.
• License: Current PT license.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Document treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
• Collaborate with rehab teams and participate in discharge planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Patient rapport

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

PT license

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Your experience matters! At

Title: Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Type: PRN, Weekends

Your experience matters!

At Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest- Acute Rehab Unit, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person.

Kindred Hospital Houston Northwest's Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is a 12 bed specialized inpatient rehab unit designed to help patients recover from serious medical conditions and injuries.

As a PRN Physical Therapist (PT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with physical injuries or disabilities to improve movement, reduce pain, and restore functional independence.

Essential Functions

• Conduct physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Document treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
• Collaborate with rehab teams and participate in discharge planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Clinical knowledge and strong patient rapport-building required.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience: Previous experience in rehab setting preferred.
• License: Current PT license.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

About Us

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation" is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.