Travel Physical Therapist
Tyler, TX
HealthTrust Workforce Solution External
5x8 hrs, Days

SHIFT: DAYS 8A-5P
*Close early Fri, extra hour can be made up during M-Th*

Type of patients are mainly ortho and some neuro
Patient ratio - 1:1 (one patient every 45 mins)

Summary:

The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities:

1. Gathers pertinent data from chart and other care givers; discusses with physician as necessary
2. Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
3. Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling and/or performing additional testing
4. Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic and attainable goals
5. Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when need arises
6. Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with patient and family and makes

Requirements:

1. Doctorate Prof preferred
2. Bachelor's degree required
3. LPT License in state of TX required
4. BLS required (AHA only)

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

General Comments

This is an OUTPATIENT position

SHIFT: DAYS 8A-5P
*Close early Fri, extra hour can be made up during M-Th*

Type of patients are mainly ortho and some neuro
Patient ratio - 1:1 (one patient every 45 mins)