$10,000 Sign On Available + Relocation available

Job Summary

This position provides Physical Therapy services to a pediatric population, from infant through adolescence/young adulthood. Performs evaluation, program planning, and treatment of patients using modalities including exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound, specific to age and developmental/functional level determined by assessment. Inpatient, outpatient, acute, and Sports PT positions available.

Position Duties

• Evaluates and treats patients with a wide range of diagnoses including but not limited to: neurological, sensorimotor, musculoskeletal disorders/delays, complex medical conditions, and trauma. Demonstrates knowledge of typical development and possesses skills necessary to provide age-appropriate services. Uses pediatric-based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age/ability of the child, using a framework of family-centered care. Establishes appropriate treatment plans with age-appropriate, functional, and measurable goals with target timeframes. Obtains mutual agreement upon discussion with family/guardian. Implements patient’s plan of care using treatment modalities including but not limited to: exercise, neuromuscular re-education, mobilization, heat/cold, taping, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. This may include recommendations for dynamic medical equipment to maximize function. Performs patient/family teaching for maximizing function within the home/community and implementation of home program. Provides care as outlined in the Standards of Care section of the APTA and PCH Policies & Procedures Manual.
• Maintains appropriate and timely documentation in compliance with Joint Commission, state/federal guidelines, including participation in Total Quality Management.
• Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, while professionally interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community personnel. This includes preparation and participation in in-service training programs.
• Supervises and directs assistive personnel including but not limited to physical therapist assistants, rehab technicians, and students, providing input into their performance evaluations.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as requested.

Requirements

1. Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.

2. Current Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license required prior to start date.

3. Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association prior to start date.

Preferred Qualification

1. Pediatric experience.

2. Specialty training in pediatric ortho, neuro, taping, child development, or other relevant pediatric areas.

3. APTS pediatric specialty certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,275.00 - $114,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Acute care
• Inpatient
• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Sports Medicine

Schedule:

• 4x10
• 5x8
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85016: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have pediatric experience?

License/Certification:

• AZ Physical Therapy License (Preferred)
• BLS from the American Heart Association (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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