PT, Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, Texas, is seeking a dedicated physical therapist. This role involves evaluating patients, setting goals, and planning programs while adhering to physician orders. You will maintain records, assist with directing support personnel, and ensure the safety of therapeutic equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate of Physical Therapy, with effective communication skills and basic computer knowledge preferred. The work schedule is PRN and designed for a per diem basis as needed.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
• Basic Computer Knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and sets goals according to physician's orders.
• Maintains required records and assists support personnel.
• Responsible for therapeutic equipment safety and maintenance.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Doctorate of Physical Therapy preferred

Job 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\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

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed