Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist Apply! Apply! Position Details Department: PCH-SW | OP Rehab Therapy Location: Phoenix Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm Category: Rehab/Therapy Posting #: 1048530 Employee Type: Full-Time Position Summary This position provides physical therapy services to a pediatric population, from neonatal 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. 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 reeducation, 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 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 the hospital and resources within the community in order to maximize value and effectiveness of plan of care. Participates in and contributes to discharge planning, care conferences, school re-entry, patient and family education, and outpatient rounds. 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. 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 Apply for this position? First Name * Last Name * Phone * Email Address * "Note, ONLY 1 attachment will be visible to system per applicant for all applications per active profile. 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Position Qualifications Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed. Education Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? Graduation from a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Required Yes No Experience Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? Pediatric experience Preferred Yes No Special Skills Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? Specialty training in pediatric ortho, neuro, NDT, taping, child development, or other relevant pediatric areas. Preferred Yes No APTA pediatric specialty certification. Preferred Yes No Additional Requirements Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? Current Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy license, prior to start date. Required Yes No Current AZ DPS fingerprint clearance card, prior to start date. Required Yes No Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association, prior to start date. Required Yes No Certification / License / Registry Requirements For The Position Fingerprint Clearance Card - Required AZ Physical Therapy License OR Compact State - Required Basic Life Support - Required Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement - Climbing - Frequently Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Constantly Physical Requirement - Reaching - Constantly Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Constantly Physical Requirement - Talking - Frequently 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 - Constantly Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Constantly 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 I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree #J-18808-Ljbffr