Physical Therapist

The-Children; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Children’s Institute in Pittsburgh is seeking a Physical Therapist to serve pediatric patients across infancy to young adults. The PT will assess and treat patients, participate in interdisciplinary programs, and support families through education and training.

Candidates must hold a PA license and a degree (Bachelors/Masters/DPT), have pediatric experience, and demonstrate strong communication. CPR/First Aid and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or DPT with PA license.
• 1 year pediatric experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, organization, verbal and written communication.
• Must be able to move children and equipment 10–50 lbs.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid required.
• Act 33/34 Clearances; FBI Clearance

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient functional abilities and identifies impairments using tests or tools.
• Identifies measurable goals and develops treatment plan with patient/family.
• Implements treatment plan and adjusts goals as needed.
• Uses objective data to assess frequency and duration of care.
• Prepares and plans for discharge during treatment and initiates discharge when indicated.
• Assesses need for assistive technology for patient and family.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's + PA license

Master's + PA license

DPT + PA license

Job description

At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we’ve built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we’re forever proud of our team members who don’t just make a career here – they make a difference.

Job Title: Physical Therapist

Location: Squirrel Hill, Bridgeville and Norwin Hills

Schedule: Full-time and part-time schedules available

About the Team

At The Children's Institute, we provide personalized, family-centered children's physical therapy for infants through young adults. Our physical therapists have specialized expertise and training related to the impact that growth and development have on treating physical injuries, orthopedic conditions, and medical complexities. In short, we know how to help kids get back to being kids.

About the Position

ThePhysical Therapistassists the patient in reaching their maximum functional potential through a comprehensive assessment and intervention services for The Children’s Institute. Infant, pediatric, adolescent and young adult patients are served. The Physical Therapist participates in interdisciplinary treatment programs, collaborates and consults with others to facilitate the delivery of therapy services; administers procedures necessary to process patient services; participates in training activities for family members and other professionals. Job responsibilities include:

• Evaluates patients functional abilities and disabilities and identifies impairments through objective tests and measures or standardized assessment tools
• Identifies measurable functional goals and develops a treatment plan in collaboration with the patient/family
• Implements treatment plan of care and adjusts treatment goals and intervention
• Will use objective data to assess patient's frequency and duration of care to optimize therapy benefit, considering clinical and financial factors.
• Prepares and plans for discharge during the course of treatment and initiates discharge when indicated
• Assesses need for assistive technology appropriate for patient & family.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree with a PA license, Master's Degree with PA license or DPT with a PA license.
• One year of experience with a pediatric population.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, organization, verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must be able to move children and equipment weighing 10-50 pounds.
• Must be able to transition from sitting to standing, kneeling and squatting.
• Must be able to squat and kneel. Must be able to walk up and down stairs, occasionally carrying equipment.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid required.
• Act 33/34 Clearances; FBI Clearance

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place – we can't wait to meet you!

The Children's Institute does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, religious creed, AIDS or HIV status, disability, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, union membership, or veteran/military status in employment.