Sports Physical Therapist - PRN

Sports Physical Therapist - PRN role at Phoenix Children's Department: PCH-SE | Sports PT Location: Phoenix Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 9am-5pm Position Summary This PRN position provides outpatient orthopedic & sports physical therapy services primarily to a pediatric population from school age through adolescence/young adulthood. The applicant should be adept and comfortable independently managing the complete continuum of professional services from patient access to appropriate coding and billing practices according to legal/ethical guidelines and hospital policy. Performs evaluations, program planning, and treatment of patients using exercise, neuromuscular reeducation, joint and soft tissue mobilization, taping, electrical stimulation, thermal modalities, etc. specific to age, athletic activity, and developmental/functional level determined by assessment. This position will demonstrate an understanding of billing and coding practices as appropriate for professional outpatient services and its revenue cycle. Position Duties Evaluates and treats patients with a wide range of sports injury and orthopedic related diagnoses including but not limited to: musculoskeletal injuries, overuse syndromes, neurologic insults, and trauma. Possesses skills to apply evidence-based, age and sport appropriate principals to all aspects of care including but not limited to: Demonstrates knowledge of typical development as it relates to athletic activity, whether competitive or recreational, both team and individual. Uses pediatric and athletic activity-based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age/ability of the child, using a framework of family-centered care. Establishes treatment plans with functional/measurable goals and target time frames. 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, joint and soft tissue mobilization, taping, electrical stimulation, thermal modalities as prescribed by a physician. This may include recommendations for dynamic bracing/orthotics to maximize function. Performs patient/family teaching for maximizing function and return to activity/sport within the home/community and implementation of home program. Provides care as outlined in the Standards of Care section of the APTA and Phoenix Children's Policies & Procedures Manual. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation in compliance with Joint Commission, state/federal guidelines, and CARF standards, including participation in Total Quality Management. Organizes, coordinates, and collaborates with other disciplines within Phoenix Children's and resources within the community to maximize value and effectiveness of plan of care. Participates in discharge planning, care conferences, sport re-entry, patient and family education, and outpatient rounds. Builds and maintains rapport within the department, Phoenix Children's, 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 rehab technician and/or students, providing input into their performance evaluations. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Education BS or higher degree from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Experience Sports/Orthopedic physical therapy setting 2 years experience treating, coaching or teaching ages 7-18 2 years of athletic experience as a player, coach, official, etc. Additional Requirements Possess a current Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license, prior to start date. (Required) Possess AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card prior to start date. (Preferred) Possess American Heart Association BLS certification prior to start date. (Preferred) Holds, or is eligible to obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) to render and bill for independent professional services prior to start date. (Required) Certified Clinical Specialist (SCS, OCS), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). (Preferred) Dry Needling Certification; Tool Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization Certification; Kinesiology or Specialty Taping Certification. (Preferred) Licenses & Certifications AZ Physical Therapy License - Required Fingerprint Clearance Card - Preferred Basic Life Support - Required National Provider Identifier - Required Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure Physical Requirements - Climbing - Frequently Physical Requirements - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently Physical Requirements - Fine Motor Skills - Frequently Physical Requirements - Hearing - Frequently Physical Requirements - Pushing/pulling - Constantly Physical Requirements - Reaching - Constantly Physical Requirements - Sitting - Frequently Physical Requirements - Standing - Frequently Physical Requirements - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Constantly Physical Requirements - Talking - Frequently Physical Requirements - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally Physical Requirements - Walking - Constantly Physical Requirements - Near Vision - Frequently Physical Requirements - Far Vision - Frequently Physical Requirements - Color Discrimination - Occasionally Physical Requirements - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type PRN Job function Health Care Provider Industries Wellness and Fitness Services Hospitals and Health Care Medical Practices #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Children's