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Physical Therapist, Clinical Specialist - Float
full-timeThe Woodlands

Summary

Location

The Woodlands

Type

full-time

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About this role

We are searching for a Physical Therapist -- someone  who works well in a fast-paced setting who will cover a variety of areas including developmental and sports orthopedics. In this position, you will plan, evaluate, organize and implement Physical Therapy (PT) treatment programs in a developmentally and age-appropriate manner for patients ages 0 - adulthood.

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Completes patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and department guidelines
  • Develops an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation/reassessment findings according to hospital and departmental guidelines
  • Provides clinical support to assigned outpatient clinic or specialty program
  • Provides successful mentorship opportunities to less experienced staff (in area of specialty) as determined by evaluations completed by the “learner”
  • Documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to hospital and departmental guidelines with no more than six (6) errors per year
  • Provides clinical leadership role as a clinical instructor for at least 1 professional student per year
  • Informs manager or designee of all unsafe and potentially unsafe situations, patient/personal injury, anticipated problems and unusual situations
  • Actively participates in the development and gathering of Quality Improvement information

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.


Skills & Requirements

  • Degree in Physical Therapy required
  • PT certification from the state of Texas required
  • BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
  • 2 years clinical experience OR 1-year medical residency experience preferred

Additional Notes:

We are seeking a Physical Therapist with pediatric experience preferred; however, strong candidates with limited pediatric exposure will be considered. This role primarily supports outpatient services, with a focus on general pediatrics and potential exposure to AORP, torticollis/infant care, and pediatric GI. Training will be provided for limited inpatient coverage, primarily acute care and peri-operative services.

This is a developmental role with no sports coverage required. Scheduling is flexible, with weekend work limited to shared on-call responsibilities. Full-time hours are maintained through patient care, training, or make-up visits as needed. The position is based in The Woodlands, with occasional support at the Kingwood location.


Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands is north Houston’s first true, free-standing pediatric hospital designed, equipped and staffed exclusively to provide care in more than 25 areas of specialty care for children and adolescents. Hospital facilities include 24 emergency center rooms, outpatient exam rooms, radiology rooms, operating rooms and acute care beds, as well as a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU).

To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.

Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Other facts

Tech stack
Physical Therapy,Patient Evaluation,Clinical Support,Mentorship,Documentation,Clinical Leadership,Quality Improvement,Pediatric Experience,Outpatient Services,Acute Care,Peri-operative Services,BLS Certification,Texas PT Certification,Individualized Care Plans,Team Collaboration,Safety Compliance

About Texas Children's Hospital

Texas Children’s Hospital is a world-class pediatric facility, nationally recognized as a top children’s hospital, and voted one of the best places to work in Houston for nine years running. We’re committed to creating a healthy community for children by providing the best pediatric care possible, through groundbreaking research and emphasis on education. We also offer a full continuum of family-centered care for women, from obstetrics to well-woman care. As a team member at Texas Children’s Hospital, you’ll work in an environment that values your voice. Texas Children's Hospital, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is recognized as one of America's best children's hospitals.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1954

What you'll do

  • The Physical Therapist will complete patient evaluations and develop individualized care plans while providing clinical support and mentorship to less experienced staff. They will also document patient information and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

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As a Physical Therapist, Clinical Specialist - Float at Texas Children's Hospital, you will: the Physical Therapist will complete patient evaluations and develop individualized care plans while providing clinical support and mentorship to less experienced staff. They will also document patient information and participate in quality improvement initiatives..

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