Physical Therapy Resident - Houston, TX, United States - Houston Methodist Hospital

Description

At Houston Methodist, the Physical Therapy (PT) Resident position completes the planned program of post-professional clinical and didactic education provided by Houston Methodist (HM) for physical therapists, designed to significantly advance the physical therapist resident's preparation as a provider of patient care services in a specific area of specialty clinical practice (acute care, orthopedics and or sports).

For this position, opportunities are combined for ongoing clinical supervision and mentoring with a theoretical basis for advanced practice and scientific inquiry.

The PT Resident position performs patient management services including evaluation, treatment, and referral, supervises support personnel, and performs related duties such as participation in patient rounds, clinics, department performance improvement initiatives, and clinical education in accordance with state practice act, applicable regulations, and department policy, procedures and practices.

This position demonstrates competence to adapt to work and customer service to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, safety and other developmental needs of patients served by the department.

Collaborates and coordinates patient care needs, such as referrals, consults, equipment, clinical appointments, home care, etc.

Delegates appropriate patients, supervises, and communicates pertinent information to the physical therapist assistant and physical therapy technicians in accordance with the state practice act and department and hospital policies.

~ Delegates appropriate patient care duties to, communicate with, and supervise the performance of support personnel.

~ QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
~ Documents patient evaluations, treatment notes, re-evaluations/re-assessments, discharges, and charges appropriately in the computer system in a timely manner.

~ Performs examinations, evaluations, diagnosis, prognosis and interventions in accordance with physical therapy practice act and in collaboration with referring providers.

~ Contributes towards improving department/practice quality and safety scores.

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.

~ Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient education and procedures performed in a timely manner in the patient record which includes appropriate billing codes and enters changes for services provided.

Participates in clinical education programs as approved by the Faculty Advisor.

Assist in the organization and direction of specific activities of the department as delegated by the Program or department leadership which may include research projects, department improvement projects, or other special tasks.

Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

WORK EXPERIENCE
~ Clinical setting/internship experience in applicable area (i.e. sports, acute care) preferred

PT - Physical Therapist - State Licensure within 30 days OR
PT-Temp - Physical Therapist Temporary - State Licensure Compact Privileges granted by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners within 30 days AND
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

~ Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

~ Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

~ Demonstrates good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Work and Excel programs

TRAVEL**
Travel specifications may vary by department
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
News & World Report as the No.

As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program.

Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among the nation's leading health care organizations:
Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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