Physical Therapist - Pediatric Therapy - FT - 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Huntsville is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist to join their dynamic multidisciplinary team. This role involves providing direct patient care to children from birth to 18 years in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills, strong evidence-based practice, and a caring attitude towards patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Alabama license.
• Experience in a pediatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluations, re-evaluations, and ongoing direct patient care with children from birth to 18 years.
• Management of a highly diverse caseload.
• Coordination of care with other providers.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organization

Education

Graduate of a physical therapist program accredited by CAPTE

Job description

Overview

Pediatric physical therapist position working with a dynamic multidisciplinary team, in outpatient and inpatient settings. With experience, opportunities may be available in specialty areas, including NICU. Seeking a team-player with excellent communication skills, strong evidence-based practice, a caring attitude towards all patients and their families, and effective time management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

1. Evaluations, re-evaluations, and ongoing direct patient care with children from birth to 18 years
2. Management of a highly diverse caseload
3. Coordination of care with other providers

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Experience required:

Education: Graduate of a physical therapist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) required. Must have a current Alabama license.

Experience: Experience in a pediatric setting preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills, with the ability and willingness to work with all patients in a fast-paced environment.