Pediatric Physical Therapist I - Child Development

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. seeks a Pediatric Physical Therapist to deliver therapy services to neonates through adolescence in our pediatric rehab program.

You will evaluate, plan and treat patients using modalities such as exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation and ultrasound, tailored to developmental level. This PRN role emphasizes family-centered care, collaboration with physicians and therapists, supervision of support staff, and

Qualifications

• Graduation from an APTA-accredited physical therapy program.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Current AZ license or compact license to practice in Arizona prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats pediatric patients with diverse neurological, sensorimotor, and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Develops age-appropriate plans of care with measurable goals and family collaboration.
• Supervises and directs assistive personnel and supports staff as needed.
• Maintains productivity and documentation in compliance with policies and regulations.

Education

APTA-accredited PT program

Job description

Location: Phoenix

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

Category: Rehab/Therapy

Posting #: 1062466

Employee Type: PRN

Position Summary

This position provides physical therapy services to a pediatric population, from neonatal through adolescence/young adulthood. Performs evaluation, formulates plans of care, and provides treatment of patients using modalities including exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound, specific to age and developmental/functional level determined by assessment. This position addresses routine problems in the work environment by assisting with or referring complex cases to other, more experienced team members and/or leaders. This role manages a daily workload, identifies routine issues in the work area, and solves problems with guidance from other professionals, as needed.

Position Duties

• Professional Physical Therapy Services
  a. Evaluates and treats patients with a wide range of diagnoses including but not limited to: neurological, sensorimotor, musculoskeletal disorders/delays, complex medical conditions, and trauma.
  b. Demonstrates knowledge of typical development and possesses skills necessary to provide age-appropriate services. Uses pediatric-based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age/ability of the child, using a framework of family-centered care.
  c. Establishes appropriate treatment plans with age-appropriate, functional, and measurable goals with target timeframes. Obtains mutual agreement upon discussion with family/guardian. Implements patient’s plan of care using treatment modalities including but not limited to exercise, neuromuscular re-education, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. This may include recommendations for dynamic medical equipment to maximize function.
  d. Performs patient/family teaching for maximizing function within the home/community and implementation of home program.
  e. Provides care as outlined in the Standards of Care section of the APTA and Phoenix Children's Policies & Procedures Manual.
  f. Maintains productivity standards for clinical level and appropriate and timely documentation in compliance with department policies, regulatory/accreditation standards, and state/federal guidelines.
• Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, while professionally interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community personnel. This includes participation in in-service training programs.
  
• Supervises and directs assistive personnel including but not limited to physical therapist assistants, rehab technicians, and students.
  
• 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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Position Qualifications

Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.

Education

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Required Yes No

Experience

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Pediatric experience
Preferred Yes No

Special Skills

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Specialty training/expertise in pediatric ortho, neuro, neuromuscular, NDT, taping, child development, pelvic floor, pain, or other relevant pediatric areas.
Preferred Yes No

Additional Requirements

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it
within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Current Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license or current Physical Therapy license with compact license privileges in Arizona, prior to start date.
Required Yes No 2. Current AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card, prior to start date.
Required Yes No 3. Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association, prior to start date.
Required Yes No 4. APTA pediatric specialty certification.
Preferred Yes No

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

1. Physical Requirement - Climbing -Frequently 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) -Frequently 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) -Frequently 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing -Frequently 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling -Constantly 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching -Constantly 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting -Frequently 8. Physical Requirement - Standing -Frequently 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling -Constantly 10. Physical Requirement - Talking -Frequently 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling -Occasionally 12. Physical Requirement - Walking -Constantly 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision -Frequently 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision -Frequently 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination -Occasionally 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment -Constantly 17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance -Constantly 18. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment -Applicable 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases -Applicable 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid -Applicable 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure -Applicable 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals -Applicable I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirementsand occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree