Physical Therapist - Urgent Hiring
The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive physical therapy services including patient assessment, individualized treatment planning, and discharge coordination. This role involves supervising therapy assistants and students, contributing to program development, and participating in performance improvement activities within a healthcare setting. The position requires adherence to clinical protocols and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Provide patient-centered physical therapy services across inpatient and outpatient settings. Work with patients, families, and the care team to assess needs, develop measurable treatment plans, implement interventions, and manage discharge planning. Help maintain strong departmental operations and contribute to program development and performance improvement.
- Perform comprehensive evaluations for patients of varied ages and diagnoses
- Create and carry out individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
- Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries per policy
- Participate in care conferences, family education, and interdisciplinary meetings
- Supervise and mentor students, assistants, rehab technicians, and volunteers as needed
- Support departmental scheduling, orientation of new staff, and quality coverage
- Contribute to performance improvement and program development initiatives
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough diagnostic assessments of physical and cognitive function
- Design evidence-informed treatment plans with patient/family participation
- Deliver manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, functional training, and other appropriate PT interventions
- Provide patient, family, and caregiver education and complete timely discharge planning
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation following organizational policies
- Assist with coordination and supervision of physical therapy student programs and volunteer programs
- Foster professional relationships with physicians, referral sources, and community agencies
- Identify and pursue relevant education and training opportunities; participate in research or QI activities when appropriate
- Perform related duties as assigned to support department goals
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or entry-level Doctorate (DPT) in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Licensure: Licensed Physical Therapist by the Texas Executive Council of Physical and Occupational Therapy Examiners (required)
- Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) required
- Experience: No prior experience required — entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply
- Other: Must successfully complete pre-employment and annual health screenings as required by the employer
Schedule & Employment Type
- Multiple shifts available
- Employment type: Part-time
Compensation
- Estimated pay: $73,913 per year (estimated). Actual compensation will be determined by our client and may vary based on experience and location.
Preferred / Nice to Have
- Experience supervising PT assistants, students, or rehab technicians
- Familiarity with performance improvement processes and departmental operations
- Strong communication skills and ability to adapt care for diverse patient populations
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. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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