- Location
- Muleshoe, TX
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Job Description: PRN Physical Therapist (PT)
Department: Rehabilitation Services Reports To: Director of Rehabilitation FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (PRN/As Needed) Location: Critical Access Hospital (CAH) – Texas
Position Summary
The PRN Physical Therapist (PT) evaluates, plans, and implements individualized physical therapy programs for patients across the continuum of care in a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) setting, including acute care, swing bed, outpatient, and long-term care. The PT promotes optimal functional independence, mobility, and quality of life while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and regulatory standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, assessments, and re-assessments.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and patient needs.
- Implement therapeutic interventions, including:
- Therapeutic exercise
- Gait and balance training
- Manual therapy techniques
- Neuromuscular re-education
- Functional mobility training
- Monitor, document, and modify treatment plans based on patient response and progress.
- Provide patient and family education regarding treatment, home exercise programs, and safety.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (physicians, nursing, case management, etc.) to ensure coordinated care.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in compliance with CMS, Medicare, and Texas regulations.
- Participate in discharge planning, including recommendations for equipment and post-acute services.
- Ensure adherence to infection control, patient safety, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain productivity standards while ensuring high-quality care delivery.
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) and support staff as applicable.
- Participate in departmental meetings, quality initiatives, and regulatory readiness activities when requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong clinical evaluation and treatment planning skills.
- Knowledge of CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs) for CAHs and therapy services.
- Familiarity with Medicare Part A/B therapy guidelines and documentation requirements.
- Ability to work independently in a rural healthcare setting with limited resources.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to fluctuating patient volumes (PRN environment).
- Competency with EHR systems.
Work Environment
- Functions in a rural Critical Access Hospital environment including:
- Acute inpatient units
- Swing bed program
- Outpatient rehabilitation
- Long-term care/skilled nursing units
Physical Demands
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting.
- Ability to lift and/or assist patients (up to 50–100 lbs with assistance).
- Manual dexterity and physical stamina required to perform therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.
Schedule Expectations (PRN)
- Works on an as-needed basis to cover:
- Patient volume fluctuations
- Staff absences (PTO, illness, vacancies)
- Must maintain flexibility in scheduling, including potential weekend or holiday coverage.
Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
- Adheres to:
- CMS Conditions of Participation (CAH)
- Texas Physical Therapy Practice Act
- Hospital policies and procedures
- HIPAA and patient privacy regulations
- Participates in ongoing competency validation and continuing education.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- May supervise Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), rehab technicians, and students in accordance with Texas law and facility policy.
Performance Standards
- Timely documentation completion (same-day or per policy).
- Achievement of quality, patient satisfaction, and productivity benchmarks.
- Compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
Requirements
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent).
Licensure/Certification
Current, active Texas Physical Therapist License (required).
Current CPR/BLS certification (required).
Must meet all credentialing requirements for a Critical Access Hospital.
Experience
Preferred:
1–2 years of clinical experience (acute care, outpatient, or SNF/LTC setting).
New graduates may be considered based on staffing needs.
