Pediatric Physical Therapist

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pediatric healthcare organization as a Pediatric Physical Therapist, providing vital therapy services to children from neonate to adolescence. This role involves evaluating and treating various developmental disorders while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will bring pediatric experience and a commitment to exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license prior to start date required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with sensory-motor and/or musculoskeletal disorders/delays.
• Organizes and coordinates patient care with other disciplines.
• Builds rapport with families and hospital personnel.

Skills

Pediatric ortho

Pediatric neuro

Child development

Education

BA or higher degree from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association

Job description

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Department: PCH-MAIN | IP Rehab Therapy

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Days, 8am-5pm

Category: Rehab/Therapy

Posting #: 940111

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

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.
• 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
• 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
  
  

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Education Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

• BA or higher degree from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
  
  

Required

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Experience Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

• Pediatric experience
  
  

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Special Skills Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

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• pediatric ortho and/or neuro, child developement
  
  

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Additional Requirements Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

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• Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license prior to start date
  
  

Required

Yes No

• AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card prior to start date
  
  

Required

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• BLS certification from the American Heart Association prior to start date
  
  

Required

Yes No

Certification / License / Registry Requirements For The Position

• Fingerprint Clearance Card - Required
• AZ Physical Therapy License OR Compact State - Required
• Basic Life Support - 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
  
  

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Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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