Physical Therapist - Motion Analysis Lab

Overview Location: Walsh Ranch Rehabilitation Center Department: Clinical and Translational Science Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 40 Responsibilities The Physical Therapist will work in the Research department in the Upper Extremity Motion Analysis Lab, which evaluates patients and provides clinical data to help providers enhance treatment plans. This individual will collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes physicians, therapists, biomechanists, and research scientists in our motion capture laboratory. The lab features 3D marker-based and markerless sensor technology, along with electromyography evaluation. This role will involve studying, analyzing, and improving patient movement and function. The position will plan, evaluate, organize, and implement physical therapy treatment programs in a developmentally appropriate manner for pediatric patients facing various issues and conditions affecting their upper extremities. The physical therapist will deliver competent and skilled care tailored to the needs of patients and families. Emphasis will be placed on maintaining good customer relations, exercising sound clinical judgment, making appropriate decisions, and adopting a team-oriented approach grounded in evidence-based practice. The therapist will monitor patient responses to treatment, recommend complex and customized adaptive equipment as needed, and provide clinical support and expertise to specialty programs. Interaction and participation with staff, student development, and the advancement of clinical competency programs are expected to better serve patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Qualifications Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program. Texas state license for Physical Therapy or licensure eligible. Adolescent and sports training preferred. Upper Extremity, Motion Analysis or Motion Capture preferred. BLS certification within 30 days of employment required. Note Cook Children's Health Care System is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cook Children's Health Care System