Pediatric Physical Therapist - Impactful Family Care

Skaggs Community Hospital Association; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision

Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a skilled physical therapist to provide comprehensive services at the 1089 Acute Therapy South in Springfield, MO. You will evaluate patients, design and deliver treatment plans, and coordinate with families and the broader care team.

The role emphasizes pediatric development settings; preferred experience in pediatric developmental, NICU/PICU; requires Missouri licensure and BLS within 90 days; strong communication and independent work skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred.
• Active Missouri licensure for Physical Therapy required; temporary license not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Establishes treatment plan and provides treatment, considering discharge needs; expected discharge functional status; and appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Educates, collaborates with, and conferences with patients, families, and other health care providers; making recommendations for referrals to specialists as needed.
• Delegates to assistants, techs, and students through written and verbal communication including determining the skill level or competency required to provide interventions to meet patient needs.
• Completes documentation in accordance with departmental policies.
• Provides assessment, reassessment, and/or consultations for Physical Therapy Services.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Communication skills

Independent work

Professional development

Education

Graduate of a Physical Therapy program

Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

CoxHealth is seeking a skilled physical therapist to provide comprehensive services at the 1089 Acute Therapy South in Springfield, MO. You will evaluate patients, design and deliver treatment plans, and coordinate with families and the broader care team.

The role emphasizes pediatric development settings; preferred experience in pediatric developmental, NICU/PICU; requires Missouri licensure and BLS within 90 days; strong communication and independent work skills are valued.