Physical Therapist

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide pediatric PT services from neonatal through adolescence, performing evaluation, program planning, and treatment using modalities such as exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and thorough documentation to support quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Specialty training in pediatric ortho, neuro, NDT, taping, child development, or other relevant pediatric areas.
• APTA pediatric specialty certification preferred.
• Current Arizona State Board license prior to start date.
• Current AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card prior to start date.
• Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses using age-appropriate, functional goals.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with Joint Commission, state/federal guidelines, and CARF standards.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize plan of care and participates in discharge planning and education.
• Supervises assistants and rehab staff, providing input into performance evaluations.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Pediatric specialty training

APTA pediatric specialty certification

Education

Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association

Job description

Physical Therapist Apply! Apply! Position Details

Department: PCH-SW | OP Rehab Therapy

Location: Phoenix

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

Category: Rehab/Therapy

Posting #: 1048530

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

This position provides physical therapy services to a pediatric population, from neonatal through adolescence/young adulthood. Performs evaluation, program planning, and 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.

Position Duties

• 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. 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. 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 reeducation, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. This may include recommendations for dynamic medical equipment to maximize function. Performs patient/family teaching for maximizing function within the home/community and implementation of home program. Provides care as outlined in the Standards of Care section of the APTA and Phoenix Children's Policies & Procedures Manual.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation in compliance with Joint Commission, state/federal guidelines, and CARF standards, including participation in Total Quality Management.
• Organizes, coordinates, and collaborates with other disciplines within the hospital and resources within the community in order to maximize value and effectiveness of plan of care. Participates in and contributes to discharge planning, care conferences, school re-entry, patient and family education, and outpatient rounds.
• Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, while professionally interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community personnel. This includes preparation and participation in in-service training programs. Supervises and directs assistive personnel including but not limited to physical therapist assistants, rehab technicians, and students, providing input into their performance evaluations.
• 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?

• Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
  
  

Required

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Experience Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

• Pediatric experience
  
  

Preferred

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Special Skills Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

• Specialty training in pediatric ortho, neuro, NDT, taping, child development, or other relevant pediatric areas.
  
  

Preferred

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• APTA pediatric specialty certification.
  
  

Preferred

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Additional Requirements Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it

within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

• Current Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license, prior to start date.
  
  

Required

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• Current AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card, prior to start date.
  
  

Required

Yes No

• Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association, prior to start date.
  
  

Required

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Certification / License / Registry Requirements For The Position

• Fingerprint Clearance Card - Required
• AZ Physical Therapy License OR Compact State - Required
• Basic Life Support - Required
  
  

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Physical Requirement - Climbing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable
  
  

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