Physical Therapist - PRN

About Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston provides structured inpatient care for children ages 4 to 18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). Located in Houston’s Westchase District, our bright, home-like environment offers a safe and supportive setting where children can grow, stabilize, and build the skills needed for success. Our program focuses on behavioral stability, communication development, and functional independence. Our interdisciplinary team works closely with patients and families to improve mobility, coordination, and daily living skills while supporting emotional and behavioral growth — because at Nexus, we’re mending minds.

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist (PT) provides therapeutic services to children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental, behavioral, and medically complex conditions. The PT evaluates motor function, develops individualized treatment plans, and works closely with the interdisciplinary team to improve mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence. This role requires strong clinical judgment, flexibility, and the ability to work with patients who may have developmental, behavioral, or emotional regulation challenges.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, and coordination
• Work with patients who have developmental disabilities, neurological conditions, or behavioral challenges
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and behavioral teams
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and functional mobility strategies
• Document evaluations, treatments, and progress in the electronic medical record
• Use adaptive equipment and therapeutic techniques to support functional independence
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and care planning
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, safety, and documentation standards
• Promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for all patients

Qualifications

• Current Texas Physical Therapist license required
• BLS certification required
• De-escalation training required within 30 days of hire
• Doctorate or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required
• Experience with pediatric, neurologic, or developmental populations preferred
• Experience in inpatient, rehabilitation, or behavioral health settings preferred
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
• Comfort working in a structured behavioral environment

Our Core Values: GOPTIC

At Nexus, GOPTIC is more than a slogan—it’s the foundation of how we care for children and families.

• Genuine – We act with honesty, integrity, and empathy in all interactions.
• Ownership – We take responsibility for our actions and celebrate our shared success.
• Positivity – We create a hopeful and encouraging environment for every child and family.
• Teamwork – We work together across disciplines to achieve the best outcomes.
• Innovation – We constantly seek better, more creative ways to support healing and growth.
• Compassion – We put our patients first, leading with kindness and understanding.

Schedule

PRN | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM