**Overview** **_Select Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton_** **_*A Select Medical Hospital*_** _Denton, Texas_ **_Physical Therapist (PT) - Per Diem_** **_This position will be for Outpatient_** **_Benefits of being a therapist with us:_** + _Latest rehab technologies_ + _Engaged and team-oriented culture_ + _High success rates of patients being discharged home_ + _Clinical ladders to develop our therapists_ + _Full-benefits package (Including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, short and long term disability, and tuition assistance)_ + _A network of over 50K employees nationwide with relocation and advancement opportunities_ + _This position qualifies for our Loan Repayment Assistance program- full-time employees are eligible after their first 90 days_ **Responsibilities** **Position Summary** Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities. Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery. **Specific Duties** + Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs. + Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression. + Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities. + Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination. + Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge. + Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care. + Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training. + Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services. **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications** + Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist required. + Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required. + Experience with Neurologic and Orthopedic conditions is strongly recommended **Additional Data** _**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law_ _._ Apply for this job (https://jobs-selectmedicalcorp.icims.com/jobs/310721/physical-therapist-%28pt%29---per-diem---outpatient/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=1374627814) Share this job **Job ID** _310721_ **Location** _US-TX-Denton_ **Experience (Years)** _1_ **Category** _Physical Therapist_ **_Street Address_** _2620 Scripture Street_ **_Company_** _Select Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton_ **Position Type** _Per Diem_