Outpatient Physical Therapist
Bayton, TX
HumanEdge Travel Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Outpatient Physical Therapist Position

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Evaluate assigned patients and develop, implement, and modify treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician direction.
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients.
• Design functional treatment programs to support effective return to community activities.
• Educate patients, families, students, and coworkers.
• Perform professional duties related to patient care, therapy service development, and program delivery.
• Maintain compliance with organizational Code of Conduct, confidentiality, and professional standards.
• Promote patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, materials handling, infection control, and workplace safety.
• Follow clinic guidelines for personal appearance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Complete comprehensive patient evaluations and develop treatment goals focused on discharge within an established length of stay.
• Document medical records clearly, accurately, and timely, including goal writing, quality assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry.
• Ensure care is provided under valid physician orders and insurance approvals.
• Participate in student programs by providing supervision, learning objectives, and evaluations.
• Create and pursue individualized professional development plans.
• Adhere to State Practice Act, maintain licensure, and complete continuing education.
• Perform ethically according to professional codes of conduct.
• Engage in organizational performance improvement initiatives and provide feedback to maximize outcomes.

Requirements

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school (Required)
• Minimum 1 year of outpatient clinical experience (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• Active and applicable state license for the work location (Required)
• Prior successful assignment with the agency (Highly desired)
• Prior successful assignment with the organization (Nice to have)

Additional Notes

• This role emphasizes safety, quality care, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.