Rural Physical Therapist: Inpatient & Outpatient Rehab

Lynn County Healthcare System; Tahoka (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A Critical Access Hospital in Texas is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and provide evidence-based therapy for patients in various care settings. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient mobility and overall quality of life. Candidates should hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and possess a Texas Physical Therapist license. The position offers a supportive environment focused on patient-centered care and may involve some exposure to infectious diseases typical of a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Current Texas Physical Therapist license (or eligibility upon hire).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• Outpatient or hospital-based physical therapy experience preferred.
• Experience with inpatient rehabilitation, swing bed programs, or rural healthcare settings is beneficial.
• Strong clinical skills in evaluation and therapeutic exercises.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient recovery.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Ensure accurate documentation in medical records.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Therapeutic exercise prescription

Manual therapy techniques

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Organization

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Current Texas Physical Therapist license

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification

Tools

Electronic medical record documentation systems

Job description

A Critical Access Hospital in Texas is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and provide evidence-based therapy for patients in various care settings. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient mobility and overall quality of life. Candidates should hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and possess a Texas Physical Therapist license. The position offers a supportive environment focused on patient-centered care and may involve some exposure to infectious diseases typical of a hospital setting.