Physical Therapist PRN - NICU

Georgia Orthopaedic Society.; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role involves providing specialized care within a Level III NICU, focusing on mobility training and rehabilitation for patients with various physical disorders. You will evaluate patients, implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients while working in a supportive and purpose-driven environment. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a healing community, this role is for you.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Must hold a valid Physical Therapist license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate NICU patients and develop treatment plans.
• Perform therapeutic interventions based on best practices.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Therapeutic Interventions

Mobility Training

Neuromuscular Re-education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding thattogetherwe are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift : Days; appx. 1 shift per week, no weekend shifts identified at this time

Location: 9395 CROWN CREST BLVD, Parker, 80138

The role you’ll contribute:

Responsible for a continuum of services providing care within a 12-bed, Level lll, NICU to patients with neuromuscular, orthopedic, and other physically related disorders requiring mobility training, strengthening, modalities, specialized manual therapy and neuromuscular re-education. Utilizes rehab process to promote and restore optimal health and well-being of the patient. Assumes personal accountability for organizational mission and core values.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Evaluates NICU patients, presenting or referred to physical therapy, by completing initial evaluation within time standards per department protocol.
• Applies appropriate diagnostic and prognostic testing for musculoskeletal, neurological, and neuromuscular conditions. Standardized testing will include special tests to determine level of disability and track outcomes over the patient care experience.
• Performs a variety of best practice and evidence based therapeutic interventions to address the unique rehabilitation needs of each patient. Establishes appropriate treatment plan with measurable and attainable goals and time frames by collaborating with patient, family and other members of the health care team including discharge planning. Selects and implements therapy activities per plan of care to ensure that patient, family, and therapy goals are met.
• Recognizes individual limitations and capabilities and utilizes available resources. Evaluates patients' learning style and appropriately teaches patients skills and techniques required for participation in physical therapy.

Required Qualifications. The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy
• Physical Therapist in state of employment, or Physical Therapist license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association

Desired Qualifications. The expertise and experiences that will help you excel in this position:

• Prior NICU experience is strongly preferred.