Rehab Services Coordinator (OT/PT/SLP), TIRR Southeast Outpatient

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position responsible for serving in a leadership role and as a clinical expert in the delivery and management of comprehensive patient care, utilizing research and evidence-based practice as necessary; for expertly caring for patients from multiple services/specialties, and for more complex diagnosis. Responsible for appropriate oversight/supervision of assigned personnel and performing direct patient care in a cost-effective manner. Assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. Provides direct patient care. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Serves as a resource and mentor for the staff, students and volunteers while assisting in setting up educational programs, providing input for program development, and serving as a resource for community education and marketing.

Job Description

Location

TIRR Southeast

Webster

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors or Graduate degree from an accredited university-based therapy program; Occupational Therapy; Physical Therapy or Speech Pathology

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission, or

• Current Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners license or 

• Current license to practice Speech/Language Pathology by the State Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology for Texas and Current certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Current Certification in Basic Life Support.

• Current Certification in Basic Life Support.

A physical therapist practicing direct access:

Education: Doctoral degree along with a residency or fellowship program, or 

Licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosis

Licenses/Certifications: Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners license.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• At least five (5) years’ of clinical experience required with demonstrated leadership acumen

• The position requires occasional/frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting

• Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary

• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position

Principal Accountabilities

• Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient. Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients. Accurately interprets evaluation findings. Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals. 

• Implements a therapy treatment program and provides advanced therapy treatments.  Demonstrates competency in performing advanced therapy skills. Assesses patients periodically to monitor progress towards treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated for assessment. Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate methods.

• Communicates effectively with staff, patients/caregivers and professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies. 

• Manages time effectively. 

• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently. 

• Serves as clinical resource and mentor to develop staff,

• Acts as clinical instructor to therapy students.

• Clinical supervision of staff with a professional open environment and