Pediatric Physical Therapist - Weekend/Inpatient Coverage

The Nemours Foundation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The Nemours Foundation's Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, in Wilmington, DE, is hiring a Casual Physical Therapist to provide coverage as needed in inpatient programs. Weekend coverage is included.

You will perform pediatric PT evaluations across ages from birth to 17, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and coordinate with families and other services. State licensure and BLS are required; pediatric experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from CAPTE-accredited program.
• Minimum 3–6 months experience; new grads considered.
• Delaware license to practice physical therapy required upon hire; BLS within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide PT services to pediatric inpatients with diverse diagnoses.
• Complete timely documentation per policy and standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning.
• Coordinate with families and external agencies for equipment and transitions.
• Maintain knowledge of insurance referrals and authorizations.
• Attend required training and weekend/holiday coverage as assigned.

Skills

Pediatrics

Team collaboration

Documentation

HIPAA compliance

Education

DPT/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Nemours Foundation's Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, in Wilmington, DE, is hiring a Casual Physical Therapist to provide coverage as needed in inpatient programs. Weekend coverage is included.

You will perform pediatric PT evaluations across ages from birth to 17, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and coordinate with families and other services. State licensure and BLS are required; pediatric experience is preferred.