Physical Therapist - Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX, United States
Position: Physical Therapist - Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Talent Area: Therapist
Full/Part Time: Full time
Location: Houston, TX, US
Department: Phys & Occup Therapy ACHD
Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM
Job ID: 424388
We are seeking a Physical Therapist with a passion for working with Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) patients in a fast-paced, specialized clinical setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to adolescents through adulthood with complex cardiac conditions, supporting functional recovery, endurance, and long-term wellness.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments for ACHD patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards
Develop and implement individualized, cardiac-focused treatment plans to optimize mobility, strength, and cardiopulmonary endurance
Provide therapy services within outpatient clinics and specialty ACHD programs
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (cardiology, nursing, etc.) to support continuity of care
Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to less experienced staff within the specialty area
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record in alignment with organizational guidelines
Act as a clinical instructor for at least one professional student annually
Identify and communicate safety concerns, patient risks, and unusual clinical situations to leadership
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcomes tracking specific to cardiac rehabilitation and ACHD populations
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Qualifications
Degree in Physical Therapy required
PT certification from the state of Texas required
BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
2 years clinical experience OR 1-year accredited residency experience preferred
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Talent Area: Therapist
Full/Part Time: Full time
Location: Houston, TX, US
Department: Phys & Occup Therapy ACHD
Shift: 8 AM - 5 PM
Job ID: 424388
We are seeking a Physical Therapist with a passion for working with Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) patients in a fast-paced, specialized clinical setting. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to adolescents through adulthood with complex cardiac conditions, supporting functional recovery, endurance, and long-term wellness.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments for ACHD patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards
Develop and implement individualized, cardiac-focused treatment plans to optimize mobility, strength, and cardiopulmonary endurance
Provide therapy services within outpatient clinics and specialty ACHD programs
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (cardiology, nursing, etc.) to support continuity of care
Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to less experienced staff within the specialty area
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record in alignment with organizational guidelines
Act as a clinical instructor for at least one professional student annually
Identify and communicate safety concerns, patient risks, and unusual clinical situations to leadership
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcomes tracking specific to cardiac rehabilitation and ACHD populations
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Qualifications
Degree in Physical Therapy required
PT certification from the state of Texas required
BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
2 years clinical experience OR 1-year accredited residency experience preferred
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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