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Job description
Job Opportunity At Memorial Hermann
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 Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy program
Licenses/Certifications:
Current 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
Principal Accountabilities
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.
Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.
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 force. Provides leadership in an ongoing department interest/study group.
Demonstrates increasing expertise in treatment of a particular patient population.
Acts as clinical instructor to PT and PTA interns.
Assists in program development within the department and/or assists with clinical competencies.
Assists in supervision of support staff.
Actively participates in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession.
Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
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; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
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.
Other duties as assigned.
Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
Who can apply
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