Outpatient Physical Therapist | Pediatrics

Outpatient Physical Therapist | Pediatrics Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a full‑time Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our La Crosse outpatient therapy team, focusing on caring for pediatric patients throughout La Crosse, WI and surrounding areas with patient‑centered care close to home. Job Details Full‑time, 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE) Monday – Friday, variable clinic hours between 7 am–5:30 pm, no weekends or holidays Starting salary of $72,200 (based on 0.9 FTE) and up, commensurate with experience Hour‑long appointments; schedule allows up to 35 patients per week Responsibilities Examine, evaluate, diagnose, prognose, and intervene to ensure optimal outcomes for children, teens, and families. Develop individualized plans of care and provide treatment techniques and interventions to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function. Collaborate with referring providers and other clinical staff to ensure timely communication and effective treatment. Create individualized goals, age‑specific activities, milestones, and family education integrated into each follow‑up session. Teach motor development, provide age‑appropriate developmental activities, and recommend mobility training and adaptive equipment. Work within a team of 4 OTs, 3 PTs, and 2 Rehabilitation Technicians. Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)‑approved curriculum. State of Wisconsin Physical Therapist license. Current BLS for Health Care Providers from American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Passion for working with children and teens. Ideal candidate will have prior pediatric experience. Credentialing with Gundersen prior to starting. Benefits Unlimited potential at a leading health system in the Midwest. Highly adaptable, mission‑driven organization with a supportive work environment. Collaborative care team with low turnover and shared office spaces. Continuing Education and Patient Education through MedBridge: all PTs receive a silver level membership. Competitive compensation based on experience. Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, HSA/FSA). Substantial retirement contribution, 401(k) match and discretionary base contribution. Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance. Professional Development Opportunities, Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center. Wellness program with incentives; employer‑paid life insurance, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, recognition and rewards program, discount program, etc. Relocation assistance available. #J-18808-Ljbffr