What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (New Grads Welcome) position at Gadsden Regional Medical Center?
Join Our Team at Navarro Regional Hospital
Are you a dedicated Physical Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, community-focused hospital environment? Navarro Regional Hospital in Corsicana, Texas is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and deliver high-quality therapeutic care to pediatric and adult patients.
New Graduates are strongly encouraged to apply!
We offer a welcoming clinical environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities to help launch and elevate your career. Enjoy a high quality of life with a low cost of living in sunny Texas!
What We Offer
- Immediate Health Insurance Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Educational Reimbursement
- SoFi Student Loan Program
- Competitive Shift Differentials
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
- Excellent Work-Life Balance
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation for pediatric and adult patients as prescribed by a referring physician. In this role, you will establish individualized physical therapy goals, deliver hands-on treatments, regularly reassess patient progress, and accurately document clinical findings.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions
- Comprehensive Evaluations: Conduct thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and create individualized treatment plans across diverse pediatric and adult patient populations.
- Patient Care & Treatment: Administer safe, evidence-based therapy treatments while ensuring all interventions are accurately documented in clinical records.
- Progress Assessment: Reassess and adjust treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient recovery milestones and evolving needs.
- Documentation & Billing: Provide clear, concise, and timely documentation for evaluations, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and billing procedures.
- Patient & Family Education: Educate patients and their caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and post-treatment care to support long-term wellness.
- Safety & Equipment Operation: Safely operate therapy equipment and maintain a clean, organized, and compliant treatment environment.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with referring physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless care coordination.
- Demographic Competency: Demonstrate age-specific clinical competencies, tailoring care to the unique needs of both pediatric and adult populations.
- Compliance & Standards: Adhere to all facility policies, infection control protocols, safety standards, and risk management guidelines.
- Professionalism & Reliability: Maintain regular, reliable attendance and adapt professionally to clinical changes and departmental workflows.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's in Physical Therapy required.
- Experience: 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required (New Grads Welcome).
- Licensure: Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the state of Texas (or eligibility to obtain prior to hire) required.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required (must be obtained within 30 days of hire).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong foundational knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and clinical safety standards.
- Proficiency with electronic documentation and medical billing software.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to manage caseloads efficiently.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution?
- Do you currently hold, or are you eligible to obtain prior to start date, an active Physical Therapist (PT) license in the State of Texas?
- Are you able to reliably and independently commute to and from work in Corsicana, TX?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,135 - $84,275