Women's Health Physical Therapist

Texas Children's Medical Center · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Description We're seeking a Women's Health Physical Therapist – Clinical Specialist who is passionate about advancing women's health and delivering exceptional, evidence-based care to patients across the lifespan. In this role, you will provide specialized evaluation and treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction, prenatal and postpartum conditions, pelvic pain, bowel and bladder disorders, and other women's health diagnoses while serving as a clinical resource and leader within the program. Think you’ve got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with pelvic floor and women's health conditions. Provide specialized care for diagnoses including pelvic pain, urinary and fecal incontinence, constipation, pelvic organ prolapse, pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions, postpartum recovery, and other pelvic health disorders. Collaborate with patients and families to establish measurable goals and monitor treatment outcomes. Serve as a clinical expert and resource for pelvic health rehabilitation, supporting best practices and evidence-based care. Partner closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to coordinate comprehensive patient care. Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate. Recommend adaptive equipment, therapeutic interventions, and discharge plans when indicated. Provide education and coaching to patients, families, and caregivers regarding pelvic health, wellness, injury prevention, and self-management strategies. Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information in accordance with departmental standards. Support the growth and development of the Women's Health and Pelvic Floor Program through quality improvement initiatives, program development, community outreach, and patient education efforts. Mentor therapists, students, and clinical staff while contributing to competency development and continuing education initiatives. Pursue advanced professional development through clinical specialization, research, leadership, or education. Preferred Experience Women's Health Physical Therapy Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Prenatal and Postpartum Care Pelvic Pain Management Bowel and Bladder Dysfunction Orthopedic and Manual Therapy Techniques Interdisciplinary Women's Health Programs Program Development and Clinical Leadership Education & Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required (advanced degree preferred). Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Texas. Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience. Demonstrated expertise in pelvic health and women's health rehabilitation. Preferred Certifications Strong preference for candidates with specialized pelvic health or women's health credentials, including: PRPC – Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification WCS – Women's Health Clinical Specialist Board-Certified Women's Health Clinical Specialist (ABPTS) Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (ABPTS) Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship (AAOMPT)

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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.

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