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Posted: 02-Oct-25
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
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Internal Number: 302052
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.
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.
- The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
- A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
- Accredited Chest Pain Center
- Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team
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)
Work Schedule:
PRN
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed