PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PRN)

Job Description Job Description Legent Health is looking for Physical Therapists to join our team. We seek talented partners transforming healthcare, one patient at a time. Minimum Requirements

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy Must be currently licensed to practice Physical Therapy within the state of operation and compliant with accepted professional standards and practices. Current and active CPR certification. 2 years of Hospital Experience required.

Compensation and Benefits

COMPETITIVE PAY VISION MEDICAL DENTAL PTO Accrued 401K

Position Summary The Physical Therapist is responsible for helping patients recover and rehabilitate from the effects of a serious illness, injury, or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being, and independence. Provides services to improve strength and function, restore more efficient movement, improve flexibility and aid patients in restoring mobility and/or improving balance and gait after hip fractures and other orthopedic injuries, medical illness, or as they recover from joint replacement procedures. Position Responsibilities

Perform clinical patient assessment; Identify patient needs and appropriateness of patients. Document, prepare and complete a Plan of Care, progress notes, phone orders and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis. Revise the POC based on an evaluation, ongoing assessment data. Performs and oversees other team members, when applicable, in the performance of patient care that is consistent with patients’ needs and desires. Applied concepts of infection control and standard precautions in coordinating/performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease. Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to care for patients. Plan and provide appropriate treatment for neuro-muscular, neurological, and orthopedic disorders based on medical referral and therapy assessment. Meet mandatory continuing education requirement of the agency/licensing board. Assist/instruct patient/family in transfer techniques appropriate to patient abilities. Instruct on use of equipment such as walkers, wheelchair, canes, etc. in a safe manner. Utilize appropriate therapy equipment specific to patient diagnosis and needs. Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills. Promote agency philosophy and administrative policies. Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency. All other duties as assigned. *****LEGENT HEALTH PROVIDES SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE TEXAS AND FLORIDA AREAS TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO EL PASO, SAN ANTONIO, AUSTIN, PLANO, CARROLLTON, FRISCO, HOUSTON, CONROE, TOMBALL, CORPUS CHRISTI, AND DELRAY BEACH ***** Legent Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Legent Health participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e -verify