Physical Therapist (PT)

Title: Physical Therapist (PT) Job Type: Full time Your experience matters! At The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East in El Paso, Texas, is a dedicated inpatient rehab facility focused on helping patients regain independence after serious illness, injury, or surgery. 24/7 Availability: Open around the clock to support patients through every stage of recovery. Comprehensive Rehab Services: Offers intensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy for individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, orthopedic trauma, and other complex conditions. As a Physical Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you'll contribute Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients regarding injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy, and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment. Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition. Establishes a plan of care appropriate to identified problems and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires. Plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent physical dysfunction in patients. Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the age and condition of the patient. Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel, assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication. Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines. Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modifications. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation. Qualifications and requirements Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Licenses: Physical Therapist License in the state of Texas Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 30 days of hire Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr