Pt, Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - Full Time

Jobtome; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS St. Michael in Texarkana, TX seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, set goals, plan therapy programs, and provide treatments per physician orders in a full-time hospital setting.

Candidates may be new graduates or with experience; must maintain records, collaborate with technicians, ensure equipment safety, and uphold confidentiality and professional standards. This role offers regular hours 8 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday, with opportunities to contribute to department goals and

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• New graduate entry level or any amount of experience in physical therapy is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, sets goals, plans programs, and treats patients according to physician orders.
• Maintains required records and notes.
• Assists with directing technicians and support personnel; collaborates with department staff to achieve hospital goals.
• Seeks to restore patient to maximum independence and function following ethical standards of care.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Job description

Description Summary: Provides physical therapy services. Evaluates patients, sets goals, plans programs, and treats patients according to the physician's orders;
maintains required records and notes;
assists with directing technicians and support personnel;
assumes responsibility for physical therapy charges;
participates in educational programs, follows all CHRISTUS St. Michael and departmental policy and procedures. Responsibilities: Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability. Performs professional duties related to patient care in order to restore the patient to his/her maximum level of independence and functions according to accepted standards of ethical conduct for the physical therapist. Clinical competencies in physical therapy skills and techniques are demonstrated in a manner that promotes quality patient care. Participates in established inter-departmental and intra-departmental communication systems and methods to achieve departmental, hospital, and corporate goals. Maintains required records/documentations as specified in department policy and procedures manual. Participates in maintaining and improving the effectiveness of the services provided by the physical therapy department. Assumes responsibility for therapeutic equipment safety, operation, and maintenance. Requirements: Education/Skills Doctorate of Physical Therapy preferred Basic Computer Knowledge Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written. Experience New graduate entry level or any amount of experience in physical therapy is acceptable. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Maintain current registration license in Texas and provide the hospital with a copy. Maintain BCLS certification. Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time