Physical Therapist - Flexible - Paid Daily

Overview

Physical Therapist – Per Diem at Weslaco Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Weslaco, Texas. The hospital provides compassionate inpatient rehabilitative care to patients recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other disabling conditions through intensive, individualized therapy programs.

Benefits

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options

Flexible and Health Saving account options available

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short‑and‑long term disability

Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life Balance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives

Earned Time Off – start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth

Clinical Career Ladder bonus program

Therapy Preceptor bonus program

Continuing education opportunities

What You Bring

A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.

Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.

Current State Physical Therapist License.

Current CPR.

Qualifications

Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.

Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.

One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.

Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.

Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards.

Demonstrates appropriate application of age‑specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.

Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.

Effective organizational and time‑management skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.

Ability to work closely and professionally with others.

Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient medical history, evaluates physical abilities, determines potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

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