Physical Therapist Outpatient FT Days

About the role

Embark on a rewarding career with Nacogdoches Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At Nacogdoches Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development And Work-life Balance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

A physical therapist shall plan, direct and perform physical therapy evaluations and care plans individualized to meet the need of each patient. Care plans shall be developed that promote restoration of function, restoration and maintenance of skin integrity, improvement in muscle strength, increase of endurance, education of the patient and their families about rehabilitation principles, the prevention of deformities through exercise and positioning programs and/or pain management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, physical therapy and physical therapist assistant students, and volunteers
• Participate in scheduling of patient treatments, multidisciplinary care planning and patient education
• Provide team support of other areas of service besides their assigned home department

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Graduate of an approved physical therapy program
• Required Certification: BCLS within 3 months of date of hire
• Required Licensure: Texas Physical Therapy License or temporary license is adequate with permanent license obtained by 6 months after date of hire

Organization Description

Nacogdoches Medical Center has been serving the East Texas community for nearly 50 years with a focus on caring for patients and a strong team environment. Service lines at the hospital include obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology (including a cath lab and electrophysiology capabilities), cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatments) and weight loss surgery. These services help the medical center provide treatment options close to home for patients.