Outpatient Physical Therapist - 37-53 per hour - Houston - Memorial Hermann Health System

Description

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Outpatient Physical Therapist for a job in Houston, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements


Specialty:
Physical Therapist

Discipline:
Therapy

Duration:
Ongoing
40 hours per week

Shift:
8 hours

Employment Type:
Staff

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

Ranked the #2 rehabilitation hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, TIRR Memorial Hermann is a world-renowned leader in neurological rehabilitation, patient-centered care, and innovation.


We specialize in:

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Stroke
• Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
• Neurological and Neuromuscular Disorders
• Limb Loss
• Multiple Trauma

Here, some of the most respected clinicians and researchers in rehabilitation medicine come together with a shared mission — to help patients rebuild lives through innovation, compassion, and excellence.

Why Join the TIRR Team?

At TIRR Memorial Hermann, you won't be a generalist — you'll be part of a dedicated specialty team, such as Brain Injury or Spinal Cord Injury.

This allows you to develop true expertise and become a clinical leader in your field, supported by an environment that prioritizes lifelong learning and growth.

Highlights of Joining Our Team:

Dedicated Mentorship:
A structured mentorship period ensures support as you grow into your role.

Ongoing Development:
Access to the TIRR Education Academy, Leadership Development Initiatives, and robust clinical education and professional development opportunities.

Expert Collaboration:
Work alongside top clinicians, physicians, nurses, neuropsychologists, music therapists, therapeutic recreation specialists, facility dog handlers

Innovative Resources:
Innovative rehabilitation technologies and specialized consult services that empower excellence in care.

Patient-Centered Care:
You'll have the time and space to provide truly individualized, one-on-one therapy—no concurrent treatment expectations.

Growth Opportunities:

Whether you're a new graduate or seasoned clinician, we offer multiple pathways for clinical advancement, educational, and leadership development.

Our Four Pillars

At TIRR Memorial Hermann, our work is guided by four pillars that define who we are and how we lead the field of rehabilitation:

Clinical Excellence:
We deliver exceptional, evidence-based care that transforms lives.

• Education: We mentor and teach future clinicians, sharing our expertise through structured learning and daily practice.

Research:
We contribute to advancing rehabilitation science through innovation and discovery.

Advocacy:
We stand for our patients, our profession, and the community—championing access, inclusion, and empowerment.

• These pillars unite our team and inspire pride in every therapist who calls TIRR home.

Culture That Sets Us Apart
Our therapy team is more than a workplace—it's a community.
We celebrate achievements, support one another through challenges, and share a passion for helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes. Compassion, expertise, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

When you join TIRR Memorial Hermann, you join a community of clinicians who are driven to make a difference—in the lives of patients, in the field of rehabilitation, and in each other's professional journeys.

Join Us
Become part of one of the nation's most respected rehabilitation hospitals—where innovation, teamwork, and compassion drive everything we do.

TIRR Memorial Hermann
Transforming Lives. Advancing Rehabilitation. Inspiring Excellence.

Job Description
Locations
Texas Medical Center

Kirby Glen

Greater Heights

The Woodlands

Cypress

Katy Pediatrics

Katy Rehab

Memorial City

Southwest

Sugar Land

Webster

Full-time, part-time and PRN positions available in both our inpatient and outpatient settings

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Bachelors

or

graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program

Licenses/Certifications:

Current or temporary license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission.

Current certification in Basic Life Support.

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:

Current license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
The position requires occasional/frequent pushing and lifting 75 – 100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting

Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand 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

Principal

Accountabilities
Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient.

Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients.

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 physical therapy treatment program and provides basic physical therapy treatments.

Demonstrates competency in performing basic 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.

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

Manages time effectively.

Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.

Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID # Posted job title: tirr physical therapists, inpatient & outpatient
About Memorial Hermann Health System


Company Overview:
Charting a better future. A future that's built upon the HEALTH of our community.

This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve.

Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites.

As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area.

Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth.

For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs.

Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all.

*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.

Our Mission
Memorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.

Our Vision
To create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.

Our Values

Community:
We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.

Compassion:
We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.

Credibility:
We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.

Courage:
We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.
Benefits

Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Employee assistance programs
403b retirement plan
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
School loan reimbursement