Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology - $20k bonus

Select Medical · Houston, TX Full Time

Job Description

Position: Physical Therapist - Ortho/Oncology Location: Multiple locations available throughout Eastern Houston Metro Schedule: Full-time, Mon-Fri Compensation: $74,000 - $90,000/year (pending experience) Incentives: $20,000 bonus plus student debt benefit program! The ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation program team at Select Physical Therapy is expanding and we are seeking physical therapists with a special interest in oncology to serve patients throughout the Eastern Houston Metro region. These roles provide the opportunity to work with a mix of orthopedic and oncology patient populations. S eize the opportunity to join our highly trained and respected ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation Program team, who provide rehabilitative services to help improve quality of life for people affected by cancer. Our ReVital team provides the necessary education and training for therapists invested in treating our diverse patient population, which must be completed within the first 6-12 months of employment. Caselaod would be a mix of orthopedics and oncology. Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being: Start Strong : Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition Elevate Your Skills : Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications Ease the Burden : Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance Your Health Matters: Comprehensive insurance coverage, health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement Relocation Assistance Available ReVital is an innovative oncology rehabilitation program offered exclusively by Select Medical. Our vision is to establish comprehensive cancer rehabilitation as a standard of care for people affected by cancer. Our network of 900 specially trained, multidisciplinary therapists work closely with oncologists and people affected by cancer to create personalized rehabilitation plans. Learn more at www.revitalcancerrehab.com Maintain open and respectful communication with all parties Understand and adhere to state practice acts and laws governing PTs Complete and maintain required trainings Maintain compliance with government regulations Evaluate, treat and direct treatment for patients Minimum Requirements: Successful completion of those educational requirements as mandated for state licensure or eligibility for a license in Physical Therapy Current State licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice CPR certified Preferred Qualifications: Interest/experience in cancer rehabilitation Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.