Physical Therapist

153 The Shriners Hospital for Children; New England (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and implement interventions for children with musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental needs. The role emphasizes maximizing independence and participation in daily activities.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, design individualized plans of care, and participate in education for students and professionals while ensuring compliant documentation and quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy with MA PT license.
• 1 year physical therapy experience; pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients using family centered care.

Skills

Pediatric physical therapy

Family centered care

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Massachusetts PT license

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist at The Shriners Hospital for Children is responsible for evaluating, planning, and implementing physical therapy interventions to restore, maintain, and promote optimal physical function and well-being in pediatric patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental conditions. This role focuses on maximizing each child's independence and participation in daily activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Upon receiving a licensed independent practitioner referral, implements a systematic patient examination and evaluation utilizing comprehensive compliant and safe clinical care demonstrating the philosophy of family centered care
• Works with medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized plans of care to meet the needs of the patient and their family
• Makes appropriate discharge plans by collaborating with patients, families and the interdisciplinary team
• Functions as a team member and develops leadership skills through activities such as mentoring and providing education to students and other professionals
• Supports risk management and compliance initiatives through accurate, thorough documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy MA PT license

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-year physical therapy experience - new graduates considered Pediatric experience

Compensation

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for children and their families. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.

Benefits

• Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!