Supplemental Physical Therapist, Outpatient - Staffing

Overview

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency.

If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Outpatient & Sports Medicine Rehab locations

• Assesses patients, develops and initiates a treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation may include measurements of neuromuscular and skeletal functions. Documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers.
• Provides recommendations and assists physical therapists and management with program development. Serves as a resource and mentor; oversees the development, guidance and training of assistants, students, interns and rehabilitation technicians with regards to individual patient care.
• Direct access: examines and evaluates a patient s current conditions which may identify movement and mobility dysfunction. Do not diagnose an illness or disease. If a medical diagnosis exists, consider it during evaluation.
• Mentors and supports clinical staff as described within the department and community; participates in program development and clinical competencies.
• Performs duties in alignment with Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Participates in safe care for patients, staff and visitors and promotes compassionate, personalized experiences.

• Education: Bachelor s or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program
• Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Physical Therapy by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission
• Current Certification in Basic Life Support

• Education: Doctoral degree with a residency or fellowship program, or Licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence in differential diagnosis
• Licenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Physical Therapy by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission

• One (1) year of experience preferred
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns/students
• Provides clinical leadership and develops programs for specific patient populations
• Acts as a clinical resource for hospital, system or departmental committees or task forces
• Designs and implements staff development programs to facilitate clinical competencies
• Ability to lift up to 75/100 pounds, carry up to 30 pounds, prolonged standing, frequent walking, stooping and squatting
• Fine hand dexterity and strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to monitor instruments and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, observe colors
• Flexibility to commit to an elected schedule and move within patient care areas when necessary

• For direct access, requires one year of experience
• Perform comprehensive evaluation of patients with physician referral
• Interpret evaluation findings and develop a written plan of care with goals and a comprehensive program
• Implement physical therapy treatment programs and demonstrate competency in advanced physical therapy skills
• Oversee patient care performed by assistants and rehab technicians; monitor progress and adjust goals as needed
• Motivate and instruct patients/caregivers; communicate with patients, caregivers, physicians and insurers
• Document appropriately in the medical record and complete documentation duties accurately
• Serve as a clinical resource; provide leadership in department initiatives
• Demonstrate increasing expertise for a patient population; act as a clinical instructor to PT/PTA interns
• Assist in program development and supervision of staff
• Participate in community service and present topics at meetings and conferences as requested
• Ensure safe care and adherence to Memorial Hermann policies and standards; manage time, supplies and productivity
• Support professional growth and department goals; serve as preceptor and mentor
• Model Memorial Hermann service standards and deliver compassionate, personalized and efficient experiences

Other duties as assigned.