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Texas Children's · Houston, TX

Physical Therapist - Adult Congenital Heart Disease (Days)

TypeFull time
ScheduleDays
Experience2+ yrs pref.
PostedApr 26
✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓PT certification from the state of Texas required
Certifications
BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
Education
✓Degree in Physical Therapy required
Qualifications
2 years clinical experience OR 1-year accredited residency experience preferred
Experience in ICU and acute care highly preferred
VADs and ECMO experience preferred
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓PT certification from the state of Texas required
Certifications
BLS certification from the American Heart Association preferred
Education
✓Degree in Physical Therapy required
Qualifications
2 years clinical experience OR 1-year accredited residency experience preferred
Experience in ICU and acute care highly preferred
VADs and ECMO experience preferred
440open roles
17PT roles open in TX
Want the next PT job in Texas by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

Full employer posting

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. Think you’ve got what it takes?

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 Experience in ICU and acute care highly preferred VADs and ECMO experience preferred

Full time · Day shift

About the role

Perform comprehensive evaluations and reassessments for ACHD patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards