Physical Therapist, Clinical Specialist - Outpatient Pediatrics
Location: The Woodlands, TX
Pay Rate: Starting at $60.00/hour (Based on experience)
Schedule: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Alternative Schedule: Monday, Thursday, and Friday | 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and patient-focused Physical Therapist, Clinical Specialist to support a leading healthcare organization in The Woodlands, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a physical therapy professional with pediatric clinical experience who is passionate about helping patients achieve developmental and functional goals through individualized rehabilitative care.
Responsibilities
- Plan, evaluate, organize, and implement physical therapy treatment programs for patients ranging from newborns to adults.
- Complete patient evaluations and reassessments in accordance with hospital and departmental guidelines.
- Develop individualized plans of care based on evaluation findings and each patient's needs.
- Collaborate with patients and families to establish measurable short-term and long-term treatment goals.
- Provide physical therapy services within the scope of professional training and responsibilities while demonstrating advanced clinical competencies.
- Monitor patient responses to treatment interventions and adjust care as appropriate.
- Coordinate treatment plans with patients, families, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Recommend appropriate adaptive equipment to support patient mobility, function, and independence.
- Design and fabricate orthotic equipment and supplies, and recommend customized adaptive equipment when appropriate.
- Determine when treatment goals have been met and recommend discharge or termination of therapy when clinically appropriate.
- Manage patient schedules effectively while meeting departmental productivity expectations.
- Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, team leaders, and healthcare staff to promote quality patient care.
- Apply clinical judgment and established therapy principles to assess patient needs, prioritize care, and make treatment decisions.
- Maintain accurate documentation and protect patient confidentiality.
Qualifications
- Doctorate or degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program required.
- Current Texas Physical Therapist license required.
- Temporary Texas Physical Therapist license may be accepted, provided a permanent license is obtained before the temporary license expires.
- Minimum experience requirement: 2 years of clinical experience in pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics, or sports medicine; OR 1 year of experience in one of these areas through a qualifying residency program.
- Knowledge of rehabilitative care for patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Understanding of human development and age-appropriate treatment from neonates through adulthood.
- Experience developing and implementing individualized plans of care.
- Knowledge of patient evaluations, clinical competencies, and rehabilitative treatment techniques.
- Familiarity with adaptive equipment and orthotic equipment and supplies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Professional, courteous, and supportive approach when working with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and accurate clinical documentation.
- Proficiency with basic office equipment and computer applications.
Why Join Dean's Professional Services?
- Competitive pay starting at $60.00/hour, based on experience.
- Flexible scheduling options, including a three-day, 12-hour schedule.
- Opportunity to work in an outpatient pediatric developmental therapy setting.
- Collaborative team environment alongside Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.
- Opportunity to strengthen specialized clinical skills and make a meaningful impact on patient development.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare staffing firm.
Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have connected over 50,000 professionals nationwide with leading organizations by matching talent with opportunities that align with their skills, experience, and career goals.
Apply today at www.deansprofessionalservices.com or call 713-785-7483 for more information.
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