Sports Physical Therapist, Clinical Specialist

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sports Physical Therapist to join their dynamic team in Houston. This role involves planning, evaluating, and implementing tailored physical therapy treatment programs for a diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and mentor junior staff. With a commitment to workplace safety and a supportive team of over 14,000 professionals, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in pediatric care. If you are passionate about helping others and advancing your career, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy and PT certification required.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient evaluations and create individualized care plans.
• Mentor less experienced staff and document patient information.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Evaluation

Care Plan Development

Mentoring

Documentation

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

PT Certification from Texas

BLS Certification

Job description

Position: Sports Physical Therapist, Clinical Specialist

Talent Area: Therapist

Full/Part Time: Full time

Location: Houston, TX, US

Department: WC Ortho/Sports Med PT

Shift: Tuesday 6:30 AM - 7 PM, Friday 6:30 AM - 6 PM, Saturday 7:30 AM - 4 PM, with 5 hours of paperwork from home on Monday and/or Wednesday

Job ID: 417039

We are seeking a Sports Physical Therapist who thrives in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will plan, evaluate, organize, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs tailored to patients from infancy to adulthood.

Scheduled shifts: Tuesday 6:30 AM - 7 PM, Friday 6:30 AM - 6 PM, Saturday 7:30 AM - 4 PM, plus 5 hours of paperwork from home on Monday and/or Wednesday.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform patient evaluations and reassessments following hospital and department guidelines.
• Create individualized care plans based on evaluation findings.
• Provide clinical support within outpatient clinics or specialty programs.
• Mentor less experienced staff in your area of expertise, based on evaluations of the learner.
• Document patient information accurately in the Electronic Medical Record, aiming for no more than six errors annually.
• Serve as a clinical instructor for at least one professional student per year.
• Report unsafe situations, injuries, or potential issues to management.
• Contribute to Quality Improvement initiatives.

Note: All successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing to ensure workplace safety.

Skills & Requirements:

• Degree in Physical Therapy.
• PT certification from the state of Texas.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (preferred).
• At least 2 years of clinical experience or 1 year of medical residency experience (preferred).

About Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus:

Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress in Houston, Texas Children’s West Campus is a dedicated pediatric hospital offering comprehensive services including emergency care, surgery, ICU, imaging, neurophysiology, pathology, and pharmacy. It serves one of the fastest-growing communities in the region.

Join our team of over 14,000 dedicated professionals. Visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.

Texas Children’s Hospital is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and considers all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.