A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
Spohn Hospital Beeville is designated by the Texas Department of Health as a Level IV Trauma Center, providing 24 hour emergency and intensive care services for critically ill or injured patients, and stabilizing some 16,500 patients in the ER each year.
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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; new cardiopulmonary service area and an expanded outpatient services wing. Women's Services includes nine birthing suites and a full service nursery, 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 department Assists, by providing input, with performance evaluations of assistants and support staff Responsible for protection of confidential data and the safety and welfare of patients and other associates. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy Knowledgeable of the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics and the Guide to Physical Therapy Practice. Excellent communication skills Experience New graduates accepted; experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current license by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy Examiners CPR (American Heart Association)
