Supplemental Pediatric Physical Therapist - Central Staffing

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Supplemental Physical Therapist who will assess patients and develop treatment plans based on evaluations. You will mentor staff and oversee clinical interns while providing advanced therapeutic treatments.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Physical Therapy, possess a current PT license, and demonstrate strong communication skills. Experience in Pediatrics and the ability to manage patient care efficiently are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Pediatric PT experience required.
• Demonstrates ability to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns/students.
• Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers, and recognize alphanumeric characters.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and develops a treatment plan based on evaluation results.
• Communicates effectively with patients, caregivers, and colleagues.
• Manages patient care, providing advanced physical therapy treatments.

Skills

Mentoring and training staff

Clinical leadership

Fine hand dexterity

Oral and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Current license to practice Physical Therapy

Current Certification in Basic Life Support

Job description

Job Summary

Location: TMC Two. Minimum 2 years of recent Pediatric PT experience required within the last 3 years.

Job Description

The Supplemental Physical Therapist assesses patients, develops and initiates a treatment plan based on the evaluation results. This may include measurements of neuromuscular and skeletal functions. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers. The therapist provides recommendations and assists physical therapists and the management team with program development. The therapist serves as a resource and mentor, overseeing the development, guidance, and training of assistants, students, interns, and rehabilitation technicians in individual patient care. A physical therapist practicing direct access examines and evaluates a patient's current conditions, identifying movement and mobility dysfunction. A direct access therapist does not diagnose illness or disease. If a medical diagnosis has already been established by a qualified healthcare practitioner, the physical therapist will consider it during the evaluation process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based program.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission; Current Certification in Basic Life Support.
• A physical therapist practicing direct access must hold a Doctoral degree with a residency or fellowship program, or be a licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns/students.
• Provides clinical leadership and demonstrates increasing expertise for a particular patient type/group or enhances an existing clinical program for that type/group.
• Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force, or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.
• Designs and implements original staff development programs facilitating the clinical competencies of other staff members.
• Requires occasional/frequent lifting of up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping, and squatting.
• Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, oral and written communication skills, and verbal communication.
• Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers, and equipment; recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors, and observe physical characteristics.
• Ability to commit to an elected schedule with flexibility in scheduling and movement within patient care areas.

Principal Accountabilities

For a physical therapist practicing direct access with at least one year of experience: The therapist assumes responsibility in patient care, performs a complete comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician’s referral, accurately interprets evaluation findings, develops a written plan of care and goals, and implements a comprehensive program to attain goals. Provides advanced physical therapy treatments and demonstrates competency in advanced skills. Manages patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians. Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress and alters goals, plans, or programs as indicated. Motivates and instructs patients and caregivers using appropriate methods. Communicates effectively with patients, caregivers, professional colleagues, physicians, and insurance companies. Manages time effectively, documents appropriately, and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently. Serves as a clinical resource to staff, hospital, and/or system or departmental committee/task force. Provides leadership in an ongoing department interest or study group. Demonstrates increasing expertise in treatment of a particular patient population. Acts as a clinical instructor to PT and PTA interns. Assists in program development within the department and with clinical competencies. Assists in supervision of support staff. Actively participates in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession. Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings, and meetings as delegated or requested. Ensures safe care to patients, staff, and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.