Physical Therapist (PT), Acute Rehab Unit
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Job Location:
Sugar Land, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
02-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title: Physical Therapist (PT)
Job Type: Full Time
Your experience matters!
AtKindred Hospital Sugar Land we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person.
The Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) at Kindred Hospital Sugar Land is a standout feature of the facility offering focused inpatient rehab for patients recovering from serious illness or injury. Here are the key highlights:
- Specialized Rehab Programs: Tailored for individuals recovering from stroke brain or spinal cord injury orthopedic trauma neurological conditions or amputation. The goal is to restore independence and function.
- Modern Facilities: The ARU includes 11 newly renovated private rooms a state-of-the-art rehab gym and dedicated spaces for dining and activitiesall designed to create a comfortable home-like environment.
- Therapy Intensity: Patients receive at least 15 hours of therapy per week guided by a multidisciplinary team under the direction of a physiatrist (a doctor specializing in rehab medicine).
- Seamless Transition: Because the ARU is located within Kindred Hospital Sugar Land patients can move directly from long-term acute care to rehabilitation without transferring to a different facility.
Outdoor Mobility Areas: The hospital includes outdoor spaces where patients can practice walking and meet with family supporting both physical and emotional recovery.
As aPhysical Therapist (PT)joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How youll contribute:
Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention ergonomics restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy.
Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.
Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patients condition.Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
Plans prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain improve or restore physical functioning alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants students and other support personnel. Assesses competence delegates specific tasks and establishes channels of communication.
Administers treatment involving application of physical agents using equipment moist packs ultraviolet and infrared lamps and ultrasound machines.
Evaluates fits and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
Identifies and documents goals anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
Qualifications and requirements:
Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
Physical Therapist License in State
Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
About us
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitationis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Rehabilitationis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
