Neonatal Physical Therapist II - Level IV NICU

Children's Hospital Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision Insurance

Paid time off

Company provided life and disability保险

Professional development tools

Job summary

Children's Hospital Colorado in Colorado Springs is hiring a Physical Therapist to join a Level IV NICU team providing specialized neonatal care to critically ill infants. The role focuses on developmentally supportive interventions and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary clinicians.

The ideal candidate has a PT degree, Colorado license eligibility, and at least two years of pediatric or NICU experience, with strong communication skills and commitment to family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Two years of professional experience as physical therapist.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR.
• Colorado license or eligibility to practice as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physical therapy evaluation and treatment for infants in a Level IV NICU setting.
• Implement developmentally supportive and neuroprotective interventions.
• Collaborate with neonatology and therapy teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Educate families on positioning, handling, development, and home transition.
• Participate in discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Two years of professional experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Colorado State Physical Therapist license

Job description

Children's Hospital Colorado in Colorado Springs is hiring a Physical Therapist to join a Level IV NICU team providing specialized neonatal care to critically ill infants. The role focuses on developmentally supportive interventions and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary clinicians.

The ideal candidate has a PT degree, Colorado license eligibility, and at least two years of pediatric or NICU experience, with strong communication skills and commitment to family-centered care.