PRN Physical Therapist, Acute - Southeast

Job Summary The Supplemental Physical Therapist assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plans based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation 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 is responsible for serving as a resource and mentor; overseeing the development, guidance, and training of assistants, students, interns, and rehabilitation technicians with regard to individual patient care. A physical therapist practicing direct access examines and evaluates a patient’s current conditions, which may result in the identification of movement and mobility dysfunction. A physical therapist practicing direct access will not diagnose an illness or disease. If a medical diagnosis has already been established by a qualified healthcare practitioner, the physical therapist will take it into consideration during the evaluation process. Job Description PRN coverage needed primarily for weekends and holidays. Training/orientation will be held during the week. Location: Southeast Hospital. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program. Licenses/Certifications: Current Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or Physical Therapy Compact Commission license and Basic Life Support certification. Education: Doctoral degree with residency or fellowship, OR licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis. Licenses/Certifications: Current Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or Physical Therapy Compact Commission license. Experience / Knowledge / Skills One (1) year of experience preferred. 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 patient 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 program which facilitates 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. Visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics. Ability to commit to an elected commitment schedule, with flexibility in scheduling and movement within patient‑care areas. Principal Accountabilities Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient. Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician’s referral. Accurately interprets evaluation findings. Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals. Implements a physical therapy treatment program and provides advanced physical therapy treatments. Demonstrates competency in performing advanced physical therapy skills. Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians. Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress toward treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated. Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate methods. Communicates effectively with patients, caregivers, professional colleagues, physicians and insurance companies. Manages time effectively. Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently. Serves as clinical resource to staff, hospital, and/or system or departmental committee/task force. Provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/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/or 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 by faculty. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department‑based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of the community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues. Other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr