Physical Therapist II NICU

Children's Hospital Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision Insurance

Paid time off

Company provided life and disability保险

Professional development tools

Job summary

Children's Hospital Colorado in Colorado Springs is hiring a Physical Therapist to join a Level IV NICU team providing specialized neonatal care to critically ill infants. The role focuses on developmentally supportive interventions and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary clinicians.

The ideal candidate has a PT degree, Colorado license eligibility, and at least two years of pediatric or NICU experience, with strong communication skills and commitment to family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Two years of professional experience as physical therapist.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR.
• Colorado license or eligibility to practice as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physical therapy evaluation and treatment for infants in a Level IV NICU setting.
• Implement developmentally supportive and neuroprotective interventions.
• Collaborate with neonatology and therapy teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Educate families on positioning, handling, development, and home transition.
• Participate in discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Two years of professional experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Colorado State Physical Therapist license

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Physical Therapist to join our interdisciplinary Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team. This role provides the opportunity to deliver highly specialized, developmentally supportive care to critically ill and medically complex neonates, partnering closely with families and a collaborative medical team. The ideal candidate is passionate about neonatal development, family-centered care, and advancing best practices in the NICU setting.

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Physical Therapist to join our interdisciplinary Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team. This role provides the opportunity to deliver highly specialized, developmentally supportive care to critically ill and medically complex neonates, partnering closely with families and a collaborative medical team. The ideal candidate is passionate about neonatal development, family-centered care, and advancing best practices in the NICU setting.

Why Join Our Team?

• Work in a Level IV NICU providing the highest level of neonatal care
• Be part of a supportive, highly specialized interdisciplinary team
• Opportunities for mentorship, continuing education, and professional growth
• Meaningful work making a lifelong impact on infants and families
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Additional Information

Department: Inpatient Physical Therapy

Job Details: 1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week – eligible for benefits

Shift Details: Monday - Friday

Essential Functions

• Provide comprehensive physical therapy evaluation and treatment for infants in a Level IV NICU, including extremely premature and critically ill neonates
• Implement developmentally supportive, neuroprotective, and positioning-based interventions
• Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to develop individualized care plans
• Support parent/caregiver education regarding positioning, handling, development, and transition to home
• Participate in discharge planning and continuity of care
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and evidence-based practice initiatives within the NICU
• Document care accurately and efficiently in compliance with regulatory and hospital standards

Minimum Qualifications

• EDUCATION – Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
• EXPERIENCE – Two years of professional experience as physical therapist
• CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR and maintained criteria for Physical Therapist II and obtained requirements listed in the Career Advancement Program guidelines.
• LICENSURE - State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Physical Therapist license; Credentialing must be completed by the Medical Staff Office (MSO) within 3 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU
• Inpatient acute care/Rehab experience
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Commitment to family-centered and trauma-informed care

Salary Information

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $93,627.60 to $140,441.40

Relocation assistance available to qualified candidates if relocating from 100 miles or greater. Conditions may apply.

Benefits Information

Here, you matter. As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children’s Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.

EEO Statement

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

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