The Physical Therapist will evaluate and treat patients according to current Physical Therapy principles and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include documenting patient progress and coordinating treatment schedules.
Requirements summary
A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a license to practice Physical Therapy in Texas. Preferred qualifications include at least one year of experience and advanced degrees.
Location: Children's Health Specialty Center Preston- 7000 Preston Rd Suite 100, Plano, TX 75024.
Located near the campus at
Children's
Medical
Center
Plano
Job
Type: PRN;
As needed
Shift
Needs: Must be available to work 1-2 shifts per week. Full day shifts of 8-10 hours; partial day shifts of 4-6 hours.
WORK
Experience
Preferred: At least one year experience as a Physical Therapist.
Education
Required: Four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Preferred
Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience
Licenses
OR
Certifications
Required:
License to practice
Physical
Therapy in the state of
Texas
Required: Current CPR/BLS Certification with the American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider upon hire Why Children’s Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Position Summary
Our Physical Therapist is a staff therapist who participates in the evaluation and treatment of patients based upon current principles and practices of Physical Therapy and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Children's Health philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.
Responsibilities
Provide direct Physical Therapy evaluations and re-evaluations to patients in accordance with standards of practice while demonstrating progression of treatment plans and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation; collaborate with physicians, patients, family, and other members of the health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning; use unscheduled time to flex to other work areas for patient treatment. Coordinate and prioritize own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities. Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; attend and participate in departmental meetings, in-services, rounds, and peer reviews; participate in program development as assigned by site leader; and participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency. A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
