Outpatient Physical Therapist PRN Weekdays

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale is seeking a Physical Therapist to be responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician.  Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.  Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.  The physical therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (RCNA, PTA, PT tech, etc.). The physical therapist participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines.  Ensures that patient changes are accurate and entered on a timely basis.  Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs. Clients served are predominately adults and geriatrics, but adolescents/pediatrics will occasionally be treated.

What your day will look like:

• Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided; reassessments as per policy.  This includes adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population, which is predominantly adults (18 years and older).
• Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect; recommends change to physician as needed.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Identifies learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of instruction; family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in all physical therapy modalities.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.  Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. 
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.  Maintains department cleanliness and safety.  Identifies equipment in need of repair & notifies supervisor.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and administrative team.
• Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients’ needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities
• Documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Assists with orientation and inservice training for department staff members, participates in educational programs.

Success Factors:

• Current State Physical Therapy Licensure, graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy.
• One or more years of previous experience in all aspects of physical therapy.
• Current AHA BLS (CPR) certification.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Additional languages preferred. 
• Strong written and verbal skills. 
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge of physical therapy equipment operation, maintenance. 

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale is an acute care hospital serving the communities in and around Sunnyvale, Texas. We strive to make the lives of our patients and their families better at every interaction. Our Team Members live out this passion in their daily roles as we support their career and personal goals.

We are located just minutes east of Dallas and south of Garland / Rowlett on Hwy 80 at Collins Road in Sunnyvale. Many team members live in Forney, Mesquite, Garland, Balch Springs, and Rockwall areas with a short commute.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern Office Setting
• On-Site Cafe' and Coffee Bar (Payroll Deduction available)
• Collaborative Teams
• Team Member engagement opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Benefits provided based on your work assignment (Full-time, Part-time, or PRN)

Consider a career move to Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – Sunnyvale and join our exceptional  team committed to something better. 

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