Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Full Time (Pelvic Health)
Company: Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
Location: Conroe
Posted on: September 19, 2023
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARYAt Houston Methodist, the Physical Therapist (PT)
position is responsible for assessing patients and developing the
therapy plan of care. This position provides education to patients,
patient's family members, and/or caregivers and collaborates with
other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution
and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals. As a
member of the patient care team, the PT position provides direct
patient care and has responsibility to deliver exceptional patient
care with adherence to safety standards and guidelines to ensure
optimal patient safety, customer service, and optimum patient
outcomes.Find out exactly what skills, experience, and
qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before
applying below.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESJob responsibilities
labeled EF capture those duties that are essential functions of the
job.PEOPLE - 20%
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Seeks guidance from others and
collaborates with all members of the interprofessional care team by
actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care
information and data in a comprehensive manner. (EF)
- Uses therapeutic communication, which includes active listening
and teaching, to establish a relationship with patients, families
and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan
of care. (EF)
- Serves as resource to co-workers and may assist in teaching and
providing guidance to students and support staff. Contributes
towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement,
i.e. peer-to-peer accountability. (EF)SERVICE - 20%
- Performs complete and comprehensive evaluation of patients to
identify patient's level of function and to determine the treatment
plan. Develops the plan of care based on evaluation findings and
implements the physical therapy treatment plan. Practices in a
manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion
principles. (EF)
- Provides education to patients, patient's family members,
and/or caregivers, based on learning needs. Consistently evaluates
the patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods
accordingly. (EF)
- Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team
modifications to patient's treatment plan, progress, and discharge
planning for achievement of identified patient specific goals.
Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve
clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources.
(EF)
- Contributes towards improvement of department score for patient
satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service
standards. (EF)QUALITY/SAFETY - 20%
- Assesses patients regularly, monitors progress towards
treatment goals, modifies goals, and plan or program as indicated.
Recognizes complications/limitations associated with certain
procedures and collaborates with peers to addresses for optimum
outcomes. (EF)
- Provides input of physical therapy-related activities completed
by interprofessional health care team, and if necessary, adjusts
the plan to improve quality of outcome and maintain the safety of
the patient. (EF)
- Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process
improvement. Identifies areas of practice improvements with
research-based evidence to achieve patient safety outcomes,
supported by accurate documentation. Contributes to meeting
department and hospital targets for quality and safety. (EF)FINANCE
- 20%
- Maintains accurate and complete documentation of patient
education procedures performed in a timely manner in the patient
record. Enters accurate charges for services provided as
applicable. (EF)
- Uses resources efficiently to maximize utilization of time and
equipment. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively,
minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks,
assisting coworkers as needed. Meets labor productivity standards
by effectively managing established patient load assignments.
(EF)GROWTH/INNOVATION - 20%
- Offers innovative solutions through evidence-based
practice/performance improvement projects. Actively participates in
departmental projects and hospital committees. (EF)
- Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and
improvement in patient care or unit operations using evidence-based
practice literature. (EF)
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as a Physical
Therapist. Assists higher level PTs with program development and/or
clinical competencies. Ensures own career discussions occur with
appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development
Plan on an on-going basis. (EF)This job description is not intended
to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other
reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston
Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and
responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSo
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body
for the required credential(s) indicated below in the
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.EXPERIENCE
REQUIREMENTSo NoneCERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
REQUIREDo Texas Physical Therapist licensure or eligible for
temporary Texas Physical Therapy license with the Texas Board of
Examiners- must obtain licensure within 90 days of employment.
Compact license acceptable according to current ECPTOTE
requirementso American Heart Association Basic Life Support
(BLS)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDo Demonstrates the
skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned
job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments,
and performance evaluationso Sufficient proficiency in speaking,
reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the
essential functions of this job, especially with regard to
activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityo
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principleso Competent assessment, organizational and
problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize
multiple tasks and role componentso Exhibits strong interpersonal,
teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare
team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all
patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.o Possesses
proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems
and standard Rehabilitation equipment.o Ability to function
independently and exercise judgment in interactions with
physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their
familieso Demonstrates professional and technical competence in the
selection, evaluation, utilization of treatment plansSUPPLEMENTAL
REQUIREMENTSWork Attire Yes/NoUniform NoScrubs YesBusiness
professional NoOther (dept approved) YesOn-Call* No*Note that
employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie.
Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc.) regardless of selection
above.Travel**May require travel within NoHouston Metropolitan
areaMay require travel outside Noof Houston Metropolitan
area**Travel specifications may vary by department.Please note any
other special considerations to this job:
__________________________Company Profile:Houston Methodist The
Woodlands Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Montgomery
County and the north Houston region by delivering the Houston
Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality, service and
innovation. The growing campus offers 293 beds and access to the
most innovative care. In January 2022, the hospital opened Healing
Tower - a $250-million expansion project that added 106 beds,
focused on medical/surgical and women's services and nine operating
rooms. It also included the expansion of the endoscopy center,
emergency department and diagnostic imaging department.Houston
Methodist The Woodlands is recognized as a comprehensive stroke
center, an orthopedic center of excellence by DNV, designated as a
Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and has achieved Magnet
Designation for nursing excellence from the ANCC. Houston Methodist
The Woodlands is also ranked No. 1 nationally out of 148 members in
the Complex Care Medical Centers cohort to be recognized for
demonstrating excellence in delivering high-quality care based on
the 2022 Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking.
Keywords: Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Conroe , Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Full Time (Pelvic Health), Healthcare , Conroe, Texas
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