Physical Therapist III

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

ID: 7245267 (Ref.No. 19249-en_US)
Posted: May 17, 2024

Job Description

Summary

The Scott Department of Urology is seeking an Intermediate level Physical Therapist specializing in pelvic floor dysfunction.  Therapist should be comfortable treating various pelvic pain disorders, pre-/post-op prostatectomy, urinary incontinence, urinary urgency and frequency, constipation, endometriosis, interstitial cystitis, pain with sexual intercourse and erectile dysfunction.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas of specialty:  EPIC documentation, exercise prescription, connective tissue/ myofascial release techniques, dry needling, internal and external pelvic floor muscle treatment, cupping techniques and electric stimulation.

Job Duties

  • Provides evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning to patients, family members, and/or caregivers.
  • Collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for resolution and/or achievement of identified patient specific goals.
  • May specialize in care for certain complex patient types, through advanced training and education.
  • Participates in rounds, clinics, and case conferences.
  • Monitors service delivery by support personnel.
  • Documents patient progress appropriately in the medical record.
  • Participates and assists in implementing new programs in area assigned.
  • Delivers exceptional patient care with adherence to safety standards and guidelines to ensure optimal patient safety, customer service, and optimum patient outcomes.
  • Serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff, including other Therapists, and technicians.
  • Assists with collection of quality metrics and analytics.
  • Assists with development of best practices and process improvement initiatives, as designated.
  • May act as a clinical instructor to students, and Clinical Fellows.
  • Performs other job related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
  • Four years of relevant experience.
  • Licensed Physical Therapist by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or eligible to practice physical therapy in the State of Texas.
  • Certification in area of specialty.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in related field.
  • Pelvic Health Residency.
  • Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.



Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.