Pediatric Physical Therapist

This position provides physical therapy services to pediatric population, neonate to adolescence, including evaluation and treatment, using modalities such as exercise, heat, water, electricity, massage, light and ultrasound. Position Duties Evaluates and treats patients with sensory-motor and/or musculoskeletal disorders/delays, demonstrating knowledge of normal growth and skills necessary to provide age appropriate services, using exercise, heat water, electricity, massage, light, and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. This may include recommendations for equipment to maximize performance. Provides care as outlined in the standards of care section of the Policies & Procedures Manual. Maintains appropriate documentation in compliance with Joint Commission and CARF standards, including participation in Total Quality Management. Organizes, develops, implements, and coordinates motor performance of patient care with other disciplines within the hospital and resources within the community, including discharge planning via charting, letters cares conferences, and rounds. This includes patient/family teaching for appropriate function within the home and implementation of home program. Prepares and participates in in-service training programs on regular basis. Uses pediatric based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age and disability of children. Establishes appropriate treatment plans with age-appropriate goals and target timeframes, which are discussed with family and mutually agreed upon. Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, professionally interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community personnel. This includes preparation and participation in in-service training programs on regular basis. Supervises and directs rehab technician and/or students, providing input into their performance evaluations. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values Mission To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families Vision Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by: Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families Values We place children and families at the center of all we do We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable Position Qualifications BA or higher degree from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (Required). Pediatric experience (Preferred). pediatric ortho and/or neuro, child development (Preferred). Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license prior to start date (Required). AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card prior to start date (Required). BLS certification from the American Heart Association prior to start date (Required). Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently Physical Requirement - Standing - Constantly Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Occasionally Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Frequently Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Occasionally Physical Requirement - 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 - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.