Pediatric Physical Therapist

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. seeks a pediatric physical therapist to deliver evaluation and treatment for patients from neonates to adolescents.

Services include modalities such as exercise, heat, water, electricity, massage, light and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. Responsibilities include documentation to Joint Commission and CARF standards, coordination with hospital teams, discharge planning, family education, and supervision of rehab technicians and students within the

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience (Preferred).
• Pediatric ortho and/or neuro, child development (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats pediatric patients from neonate to adolescent using modalities such as exercise, heat, water, electricity, massage, light, and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician.
• Maintains documentation per Joint Commission and CARF standards and participates in Total Quality Management.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and discharge planning; provides home program instruction and family education.
• Supervises rehab technicians and students and participates in in-service training.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Pediatric ortho/neuro

Education

BA or higher degree from an APTA-accredited program

Job description

This position provides physical therapy services to pediatric population, neonate to adolescence, including evaluation and treatment, using modalities such as exercise, heat, water, electricity, massage, light and ultrasound.

Position Duties

• Evaluates and treats patients with sensory-motor and/or musculoskeletal disorders/delays, demonstrating knowledge of normal growth and skills necessary to provide age appropriate services, using exercise, heat water, electricity, massage, light, and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. This may include recommendations for equipment to maximize performance. Provides care as outlined in the standards of care section of the Policies & Procedures Manual.
• Maintains appropriate documentation in compliance with Joint Commission and CARF standards, including participation in Total Quality Management.
• Organizes, develops, implements, and coordinates motor performance of patient care with other disciplines within the hospital and resources within the community, including discharge planning via charting, letters cares conferences, and rounds. This includes patient/family teaching for appropriate function within the home and implementation of home program. Prepares and participates in in-service training programs on regular basis.
• Uses pediatric based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age and disability of children. Establishes appropriate treatment plans with age-appropriate goals and target timeframes, which are discussed with family and mutually agreed upon.
• Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, professionally interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community personnel. This includes preparation and participation in in-service training programs on regular basis. Supervises and directs rehab technician and/or students, providing input into their performance evaluations.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

• BA or higher degree from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (Required).
• Pediatric experience (Preferred).
• pediatric ortho and/or neuro, child development (Preferred).
• Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license prior to start date (Required).
• AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card prior to start date (Required).
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association prior to start date (Required).

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable