Physical Therapist/ PTA (Outpatient)

CHRISTUS Health System; Canton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texas is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess, plan, evaluate, and implement care for assigned patients in accordance with professional standards and applicable regulations. The role involves data gathering, independent patient assessment, goal setting, progress reassessment, and collaboration with physicians and families to ensure appropriate care.

The position requires a state LPT license, BLS, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred (Bachelor's degree required).

Qualifications

• Must hold an LPT license in state of employment.
• BLS certification required.
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred; Bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Gathers pertinent data from chart and care team; discusses with physician as necessary.
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned.
• Exercises good judgment in scheduling and performance of testing.
• Interprets results and sets measurable, realistic goals.
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department policy.
• Identifies equipment needs and discusses with patient and family.

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Summary

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities

• Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessary
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
• Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testing
• Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arises
• Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes

Requirements

• Doctorate Prof preferred
• Bachelor's degree required
• LPT License in state of employment required
• BLS required

Work Schedule

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type

Full Time