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Texas Children's

Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab (Days) Part Time

Houston, TX

Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab (Days) Part Time is an open position at Texas Children's in Houston, TX. This is a day shift role. Apply directly through the employer below, or browse similar roles.

To plan, evaluate, organize and implement Physical Therapy (PT) treatment programs in a developmentally and age appropriate manner for patients ages 0 - adulthood.

Responsibilities

  • Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with established guidelines
  • Develops individualized plans of care and measurable short- and long-term goals in collaboration with patients and families
  • Provides physical therapy treatment within the scope of training, responsibilities, and clinical competencies
  • Collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate treatment plans and support continuity of care
  • Monitors patient responses to treatment interventions and adjusts care plans as appropriate
  • Recommends adaptive equipment and designs, fabricates, or recommends orthotic devices as needed
  • Assesses home and school environments and recommends modifications to support patient needs
  • Educates patients, families, and caregivers about treatment plans, continuity of care, and home treatment programs
  • Documents patient care, progress, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record
  • Completes required insurance documentation and submits patient charges accurately and timely
  • Manages assigned schedules to meet departmental productivity expectations
  • Supports staff and student development through mentoring, clinical instruction, orientation, and educational in-services
  • Participates in performance-improvement initiatives, safety activities, required training, and departmental meetings
  • Reports patient injuries, unsafe conditions, anticipated concerns, and unusual situations in accordance with established procedures
  • Maintains patient, employee, and departmental confidentiality and supports a safe, survey-ready care environment 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy required
  • Physical Therapist license issued by the State of Texas required
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. 

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