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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) for PRN / Per Diem assignments in Judson, TX. In this patient-facing role you will deliver evaluations, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, participate in discharge planning, support departmental operations, and help supervise PT assistants, rehab techs, students, and volunteers.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for inpatients and outpatients, accounting for diagnosis- and age-specific needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and documented progress.
• Provide patient, family, and caregiver education; complete timely discharge planning.
• Document evaluations, daily/weekly progress notes, and discharge summaries per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and in-service training.
• Assist with orientation, scheduling, and oversight to ensure appropriate patient coverage and supervision.
• Coordinate and support Physical Therapy and PTA student programs and the volunteer program.
• Support performance improvement activities and comply with departmental productivity standards.
• Make appropriate community referrals and identify educational opportunities for self and team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or entry-level Doctorate (DPT) in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
• No prior experience required; entry-level candidates may apply.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt assessment and treatment approaches to meet patients’ physical, developmental, psychological, cultural, and age-specific needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster professional relationships with medical staff, physicians, and referral sources.
• Ability to contribute to department operations, scheduling, and productivity initiatives.

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Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Texas Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners (active, in good standing).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment/post-offer health screening and required annual screenings thereafter.

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Schedule & Employment Type

• Work Schedule: PRN (as needed)
• Employment Type: Per Diem / Temporary

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Location & Compliance

• Assignment location: Judson, TX.
• This posting follows applicable federal and Texas employment laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and meet state licensure/credential requirements before providing patient care.

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Important Keywords (for applicant search relevance)

• Licensed Physical Therapist Judson TX
• Per diem physical therapist
• Texas PT license
• BLS certification
• Patient evaluations and treatment plans

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
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