Physical Therapist, Pediatric

Summit Therapy Services, a clinical leader in DFW, is growing and seeking to add an experienced Physical Therapist to our team of speech & OT service providers in our new location in McKinney, Texas. This is a part-time position. 

Contact us today for details.  Join our patient-centered team today! 

The ideal candidate will be experienced working with rehab teams in a team-oriented, family-centered outpatient clinic.  

Therapist owned and operated. 

Responsibilities for Physical Therapist

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
• Develop Plan of Treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing
• Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
• Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.
• Report patient progress to patient, patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients.
• Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate in-home care services.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc.
• Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.

Qualifications for Physical Therapist

• Proven record of matching patient needs to treatment plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and effectively.
• Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques not limited to: giving massages; applying physical agents; initiating traction; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, ultraviolet / infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
• Experience assisting and directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.
• Knowledge of responsible use of facility equipment, best practices for equipment use and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Experience with recommending assistive equipment to patients and outpatient or home health follow-up programs.
• Experience with a wide range of patient age groups and injuries.
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy and an understanding of when these techniques can benefit patients.
• A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate outlook on PT and the ability to motivate patients into pushing their limits in a responsible, safe way.
• We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience providing physical therapy to patients in a fully equipped PT facility and who has the following qualifications:
  • Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
  • Current Texas Physical Therapy license