Therapist / Physical Therapist / Texas / Rehabilitation Technician - Physical Therapy Job

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg is a premier medical facility found in a town known for its ranching history and rich in Texas culture in Kingsville, Texas. Licensed for 100 beds, the hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center general acute care facility offering complete Medical and Surgical Services including Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Skilled Nursing, as well as, Emergency, Intensive Care, Cardiac and Comprehensive Diagnostic Services serving the resident of Kleberg, Brooks, Kennedy and southern Nueces counties.

CHRISTUS Spohn Kleberg Plaza houses the hospitals birthing services with modern, state-of-the-art labor/delivery/recovery/postpartum rooms (LDRPs,) a nursery, the Cissy Horlock Taub Womens Center (a diagnostic and education/resource center) and physician office suites. Outpatient rehabilitation services including occupational, and speech therapy, wound care, physical and aquatic therapy are offered at two convenient locations in Kingsville.

At CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg, we respect what each individual brings to our faith-based mission of healing, and to our commitment to provide the very finest health care. Your background, your skills and your personality are welcome here. We have a supportive environment where quality of work and quality of life are in balance.

Summary:

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, applies physical modalities and procedures. Utilizes hot packs, ice packs, ultrasound, traction set-ups, and gait training. Assists Physical Therapist with direct therapy or testing.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for non-supervisory care of equipment, machines, and supplies; safety and welfare of patients; prevention of unnecessary expense, waste, loss of time, and damage to equipment; and order and cleanliness of department/facility. Is skilled in techniques of handling patients for patients and his/her protection; efficiently assisting patients; and in the operation of department/facility equipment. Ability to speak intelligently and in a professional manner; willing to work under direction; possesses ability to reason; and be alert, adaptable, and flexible.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Experience in the medical field is preferred

License, Certifications or Registrations

• CPR-(American Heart Association)

Work Schedule:

Varies

Work Type:

Full Time