About this opportunity
Catholic Health Initiatives lists this Physical Therapist opportunity in shenandoah, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary and Responsibilities
nAs our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life. While this role requires a versatile clinician capable of treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions, we are specifically seeking a candidate with a strong clinical foundation and passion for neurological rehabilitation.
nEvery day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.
nTo be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.
nResponsibilities include:
nnnDevelop and update appropriate plans of care in collaboration with the patient/family and tailored to the individual’s age, lifestyle, and neurological or orthopedic needs. Establish measurable short- and long-term goals and a defined discharge plan. Understand the role of physical therapy in the context of the patient's age, total needs perspective, and environment.
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nnPerform specialized, age-appropriate competency skills in both orthopedic recovery and neurological rehabilitation. Follow evidence-based intervention protocols and adapt the plan of care appropriately based on patient response. Discharge patients when goals have been met or medical necessity no longer warrants intervention. Establish provisions and/or make recommendations.
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nnConsistently meet patient care productivity standards as established for the job classification. Work cooperatively with supervisors and peers to contribute to the overall productivity of the team. Utilize support personnel as appropriate and act as a clinical resource for neurological treatment strategies. Actively support and participate in patient coverage efforts across all divisions within the department as necessary.
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nnPromote and support positive and professional customer service while interacting with clients, guests, and hospital personnel. Works collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team, other departments, and disciplines to assure patients' and customers’ needs are met in a timely manner. Encourages the active participation of the patient and/or family in goal setting and patient/family training/education.
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nnProvides positive and constructive feedback to enhance departmental operations. Completes all necessary documentation as outlined by departmental policy and documentation review. This includes, but is not limited to, patient care charting, charge entry, completing peer chart and peer reviews, and documenting on daily schedule.
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nnUtilizes available information management systems to support departmental and hospital goals. This includes utilization of hospital wide e‐mail, information announcements, policies, annual computer mandatories, charge entry, and accessing patient care related information. Access and use of information will meet hospital and information management guidelines.
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n nWe are offering 10K to hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
nJob Requirements
nRequired
nnnDegree in Physical Therapy and Graduates eligible for licensure will be considered, upon hire
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nnPhysical Therapist: TX, upon hire and
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nnBasic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days
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n nWhere You'll Work
nSt. Luke’s Health - The Woodlands Hospital is a 245 bed facility serving North Harris and Montgomery counties. The hospital has been recognized as a Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, and is proud to serve as the clinical home for the Dan L Duncan Cancer Center. The hospital was awarded an “A” hospital safety grade by The Leapfrog Group in both 2023 and 2025. Clinical services provided include cardiovascular services, diagnostic imaging, women’s services (digital mammography and bone density studies), neurosciences, pediatric care (Newborn and Level III nurseries), surgery, pathology and pulmonary services, and sleep disorder services.
nPay Range
n$40.16 - $59.74 /hour
nWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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