Physical Therapist - PMRU

Bethany Children's Health Center; Bethany (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

State-of-the-art equipment

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarships

Leadership development

In-service training

Job summary

Bethany Children's Health Center in Bethany, OK seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat pediatric patients in our Pediatric Medical Rehab Unit (PMRU). You will establish goals to maximize function and participation using therapeutic techniques and equipment.

The role involves collaborating with the patient care team, documenting timely, and guiding families through therapy programs. Pediatric experience is preferred, and Oklahoma licensure or eligibility within 3–6 months is

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Licensed in Oklahoma or eligible within 3–6 months with temporary license.

Responsibilities

• Performs individualized treatment procedures to maximize child’s performance.
• Evaluates and develops treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Collaborates with the care team; documents promptly; stays updated on PT techniques.
• Evaluates need for and fabricates therapeutic equipment as indicated.
• Participates in staff trainings, student instruction, and family training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pediatric physical therapy

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Bethany Children's Health Center - Bethany, OK 73008, Job Shift: Direct Patient Care, The Physical Therapist evaluates and establishes goals for patients to maximize function and movement, minimize physical limitations, and increase independence and participation using therapeutic techniques, equipment, and opportunities. This position instructs and educates patients and families about therapy programs and use of devices and aids. This specific position is located in our Pediatric Medical Rehab Unit (PMRU).

Duty

• Performs individualized treatment procedures in a professional and compassionate manner to maximize child’s performance.
  50%
• Upon provider’s referral, performs patient evaluation and develops specific individualized treatment plans including long and short term goals that are measurable and objective.
  15%
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with members of the patient care team; performs timely and accurate documentation and stays up to date on the most recent occupational Therapy techniques through research and CE.
  15%
• Evaluates need, orders, and/or fabricates appropriate therapeutic equipment as indicated by patient need.
  10%
• Participate in staff trainings, student observations, clinical instruction of students and interns, and family training opportunities.
  5%
• Other duties as assigned.
  5%

Qualifications

• Education:
  Graduate of accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Experience:
  Pediatric experience preferred.
• License/Certification/Credential:
  Physical Therapy License from the state of Oklahoma or proven eligibility for licensing within 3-6 months of employment with temporary license.

About Us

Bethany Children’s Health Center (formerly The Children’s Center Rehabilitation Hospital) located in Bethany, Oklahoma is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The ACHC accredited hospital offers inpatient and outpatient services for children (ages 0-21) and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. Our CARF accredited multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize the patient’s physical and cognitive potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home.

In order to maximize the potential of every child, we must maximize the potential of every employee. We are committed to providing staff with the physical, emotional, spiritual, financial and mental resources necessary to achieve their potential and meet our standards of excellence.

Benefits

• BCHC offers competitive compensation, benefits, state-of-the-art equipment and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth include in-service training, leadership development, tuition reimbursement and scholarships.

Due to the nature of our pediatric services, this organization’s positions are classified as safety-sensitive roles. Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This statute allows Bethany Children’s Health Center to refuse to hire an applicant or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, who tests positive for marijuana even if the applicant or employee holds a valid Oklahoma medical marijuana license.