Physical Therapist

Children's Health of Northern California; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 155,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Health of Northern California recherche un Physical Therapist dédié pour fournir des soins exceptionnels aux enfants de la naissance à 20 ans avec des conditions médicales complexes. Dans cette fonction, vous aurez la responsabilité d'améliorer la mobilité fonctionnelle de chaque enfant et d'intégrer des objectifs thérapeutiques dans un plan de soins holistique. Les candidats idéaux posséderont une expérience ou un intérêt soutenu pour le travail avec des enfants ayant des besoins médicaux complexes.

Benefits

Éducation continue et opportunités de développement clinique

Équipe de réhabilitation collaborative

Heures flexibles

Qualifications

• Doctorat en kinésithérapie requis.
• Licence valide de kinésithérapeute en Californie (ou éligibilité à l'obtenir).
• Expérience en pédiatrie souhaitée.

Responsibilities

• Évaluer et traiter des patients pédiatriques avec des besoins médicaux complexes.
• Collaborer avec une équipe interdisciplinaire pour améliorer la qualité de vie des patients.
• Concevoir des plans de thérapie individualisés.

Skills

Communication

Travail en équipe

Jugement clinique

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s in Physical Therapy (MPT)

Job description

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About CHONC

Children’s Health of Northern California (CHONC) is a leading pediatric healthcare provider committed to compassionate, specialized care for medically complex children. In our subacute setting, we care for children who require ongoing medical support while striving to improve their functional abilities and quality of life. Join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team and help bring healing and hope to children and their families.

About CHONC

Children’s Health of Northern California (CHONC) is a leading pediatric healthcare provider committed to compassionate, specialized care for medically complex children. In our subacute setting, we care for children who require ongoing medical support while striving to improve their functional abilities and quality of life. Join our collaborative, multidisciplinary team and help bring healing and hope to children and their families.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Physical Therapist to provide exceptional care to individuals from birth to 20 years old with medically complex conditions in our subacute facility. This role focuses on maximizing each child's functional mobility, comfort, and participation in daily activities, while integrating therapeutic goals into a holistic care plan. Ideal candidates will have experience in or a strong interest in working with children who have chronic conditions, ventilator dependence, gastrostomy dependence, neuromuscular disorders, or significant developmental delays. Flexible hours (approximately 24 hours per week) with the possibility of extending hours in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat pediatric patients with complex medical needs including tracheostomies, ventilator support, gastrostomy feeding tube, neurological conditions, congenital abnormalities, developmental delays, and traumatic brain injuries.
• Design and implement individualized therapy plans to improve strength, range of motion, positioning, mobility, and overall quality of life.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members including nurses, respiratory therapists, occupational and speech therapists, and physicians.
• Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants and/or Physical Therapy Aides and RNAs in direct resident care and patient related activities.
• Provide caregiver education and training to promote carryover of therapy goals into daily routines.
• Document all assessments, daily progress notes, discharge summaries, and care plans in compliance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Participate in care team meetings and contribute to long-term care planning and discharge readiness.
• Records treatment charges per policy and procedure.
• Secure necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility (i.e. orthoses, walkers, standing frames, etc).
• Assists with monthly wheelchair clinic.
• Reports any problem with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
• Acts as a clinical preceptor for affiliating Physical Therapy or Therapy Assistant Schools.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s in Physical Therapy (MPT) from an accredited program.
• Valid California Physical Therapy License (or eligibility to obtain prior to start date).
• Pediatric or subacute/long-term care experience preferred but willing to train.
• Current CPR Certification
• Comfortable working with patients with complex medical needs, including assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
• Sufficient verbal and written communication skills to perform the tasks required.
• Strong teamwork, clinical judgment, and communication skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
  
  

What We Offer

• Great team of Rehab Supervisors, OTs, and SLPs
• Flexible hours (approximately 24 hours per week) with the possibility of extending hours in the future
• Continuing education and clinical development opportunities
• A chance to make a lasting impact on children’s lives in a deeply meaningful care setting

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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