DescriptionCHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Beeville isdesignatedby the Texas Department of Health as a Level IV Trauma Center, providing24 houremergency and intensive care services for critically ill or injured patients, and stabilizing some16,500 patientsin the ER each year.CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Beeville offers Emergency Services, Intensive Care, Medical Surgical Services, Obstetrics, Surgical Services, Critical Care, and Rehabilitation Services.The hospital has three operating rooms; eight same-day surgery rooms; two endoscopy rooms; an expanded recovery area;newcardiopulmonary service area and an expanded outpatient services wing.Womens Services includes nine birthing suites and afull servicenursery, with access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.Summary:Organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part, and helps patients reach maximum performance levels. Plans therapy involving physical exercise, massage, heat, water, etc. Utilizes various mechanical and electrical equipment, and prosthetic and orthotic devices. Evaluates, records and reports on patient progress.Responsibilities:Responsible for interpreting and carrying out the prescription of the physician per practice act guidelines.Responsible for overall direction, utilization, supervision, and instruction of physical therapy assistants; support staff; volunteers and students utilized in the departmentAssists, by providing input, with performance evaluations of assistants and support staffResponsible for protection of confidential data and the safety and welfare of patients and other associates.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements:EducationGraduate of an accredited school of Physical TherapyKnowledgeable of the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics and the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice. Excellent communication skillsExperienceNew graduates accepted; experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCurrent license by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy ExaminersCPR (American Heart Association)Work Schedule:8AM - 5PM Monday-FridayWork Type: Full Time
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CHRISTUS Health is a faith-based, not-for-profit health system that provides a range of health care services across various locations. The organization is dedicated to improving the health of the communities it serves. Read More