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Physical Therapist II (PRN) - Willowbrook

Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. The Physical Therapist II (PT II) position is responsible for evaluating and developing the therapy plan of care for a broad range of diagnoses and acuities. The role may specialize in care for certain complex patient types through advanced training and education. As an experienced therapist, you will provide education to patients, patients’ family members, and caregivers, and collaborate with other interprofessional team members for problem resolution and in achieving patient‑specific goals.

FLSA Status Non‑exempt

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

Experience

Two years of experience as a Physical Therapist; or completion of HM or comparable Physical Therapy Residency program.

Licenses and Certifications

BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association.

PT – Physical Therapist – State Licensure – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (PSV) with the Texas Board of Examiners. Compact license acceptable according to current ECPTOTE requirements.

Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English 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.

Strong assessment, organizational and problem‑solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.

Demonstrates increasing expertise and executes experienced clinical skills in treatments provided and/or for a particular patient population.

Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.

Ability to function independently, capable of handling challenging/difficult therapy procedures and patient care situations.

Demonstrates sound judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families.

Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard rehabilitation equipment.

Demonstrates professional and technical competence in the selection, evaluation, utilization of treatment plans for increasingly complex patient populations.

Essential Functions People Essential Functions

Contributes to teamwork, consistently offering assistance, and responding positively to requests for assistance. Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Offers guidance to interprofessional health care team, when appropriate, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes.

Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care.

Teaches and provides guidance to nursing and support staff. Orients new team members and assists with precepting students in clinical rotations and clinical fellows.

Service Essential Functions

Performs complete and comprehensive evaluation of patients across a broad range of diagnoses and acuities to identify the patient’s level of function and to determine the treatment plan. Develops the plan of care based on evaluation findings and implements the physical therapy treatment plan. Provides service to complex patient populations.

Provides education to patients, patients’ family members, and/or caregivers, based on learning needs. Consistently evaluates the patient’s comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly. Serves as resource to clinical fellows and nursing in teaching best practices.

Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team regarding modifications to patient’s treatment plan, progress, and discharge planning for achievement of identified patient‑specific goals.

Balances and adjusts as needed the caseload for the assigned team members to result in optimum patient care and outcome.

Quality/Safety Essential Functions

Assesses patients regularly, monitors progress towards treatment goals, modifies goals, and plans as indicated. Recognizes complications/limitations associated with certain procedures and proactively addresses them for optimum outcomes.

Provides oversight of physical therapy‑related activities provided by interprofessional healthcare team and adjusts plan to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.

Proactively identifies opportunities for corrective action and assists in process improvement by providing recommendations and contributing to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.

Finance Essential Functions

Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient education and procedures performed in a timely manner in the patient record. Enters accurate charges for services provided.

Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and equipment. Manages time effectively, prioritizing daily tasks, and meets productivity standards.

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions

Initiates innovative solutions through evidence‑based practice/performance improvement projects.

Participates in and may lead department projects and/or hospital committees. Participates in hospital‑community teaching opportunities, community services, and/or functions.

Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence‑based practice literature.

Supplemental Requirements Work Attire

Uniform: No

Scrubs: Yes

Business professional: No

Other (department approved): Yes

On‑Call

Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc.) regardless of selection below.

On Call: No

Travel

Travel specifications may vary by department.

May require travel within Houston Metropolitan area: No.

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care

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