Prn Pt, Outpatient - Houston, United States - Memorial Hermann Health System

Memorial Hermann Health System

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

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.

Job Summary
The Supplemental Physical Therapist assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation may include measurements of neuromuscular and skeletal functions. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers. The therapist will provide recommendations and assists physical therapists and management team with program development.

The therapist will be responsible to serve as resource and mentor; oversees the development, guidance and training of assistants, students, interns and rehabilitation technicians with regards to individual patient care.

A physical therapist practicing direct access will examine and evaluate a patient's current conditions which may result in identification of movement and mobility dysfunction.

A physical therapist practicing direct access will not diagnose an illness or disease.

If a medical diagnosis has already been established by a qualified healthcare practitioner, the physical therapist will take it into consideration during the evaluation process.

PRN coverage needed for weekdays, weekends, holidays

Training/orientation will be held during the week

Location
TIRR Sugar Land

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Bachelors or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program.

Licenses/Certifications:
Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners license.

A physical therapist practicing direct access:

Education:
Doctoral degree along with a residency or fellowship program, OR

Licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis.

Licenses/Certifications:
Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners license.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

One (1) year of experience preferred.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns/students.
Provides clinical leadership and demonstrates increasing expertise for a particular patient type/group or enhances an existing clinical program for that particular patient type/group.
Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.
Designs and implements original staff development program which facilitates the clinical competencies of other staff members.
The position requires occasional/frequent lifting of up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.
Fine hand dexterity, eyehand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.
The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.
Ability to commit to elected commitment schedule, with flexibility in scheduling and in moving within patient care areas when necessary.

Principal Accountabilities

For physical therapist practicing direct access, requires one year of experience.
Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient. Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician's referral.
Accurately interprets evaluation findings.
Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.
Implements a physical therapy treatment program and provides advanced physical therapy treatments. Demonstrates competency in performing advanced physical therapy skills.
Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians. Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress towards treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated.
Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate methods.
Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies. Manages time effectively.
Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
Serves as clinical resource to staff, hospital, and/or system or departmental committee/task for