Physician-Pediatric Physiatrist (Physician )

A healthcare organization in Miami, Florida is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join its pediatric care team. This full-time position is suited for a clinician who enjoys working with children, collaborating with families, and creating individualized treatment approaches that support mobility, development, and functional independence.

The Physical Therapist will work with pediatric patients with a variety of physical and developmental needs while providing high-quality care in a collaborative clinical setting.

Position Overview
The Physical Therapist will be responsible for assessing pediatric patients, establishing individualized treatment goals, providing therapeutic interventions, and monitoring progress throughout the course of care.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working with children of different developmental stages and is committed to providing patient-centered, evidence-informed therapy.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct physical therapy evaluations and identify functional limitations and areas requiring intervention

Consider each patient's developmental level, medical history, diagnosis, functional abilities, and individual goals when planning care

Develop individualized treatment plans with realistic and measurable objectives

Provide therapeutic interventions focused on mobility, strength, balance, coordination, motor skills, and functional independence

Monitor patient progress and make appropriate adjustments to treatment programs

Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, patients, and other healthcare professionals

Educate families regarding therapeutic activities, positioning, mobility strategies, and home programs

Document evaluations, treatments, progress, recommendations, and other clinical information accurately and promptly

Participate in care coordination and interdisciplinary discussions when appropriate

Determine when patients have reached their therapeutic goals or maximum benefit and assist with discharge planning

Incorporate current evidence and accepted clinical practices into treatment decisions

Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and clinical development

Follow applicable professional, ethical, safety, and regulatory standards

Qualifications
Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

Active and unrestricted Florida Physical Therapist license

Current American Heart Association BLS certification

Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Ability to work effectively with children, parents, caregivers, and members of a healthcare team

Ability to maintain accurate and confidential patient records

Preferred

Doctor of Physical Therapy or Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Previous experience providing pediatric physical therapy

Pediatric clinical internship or rotation

Experience working with infants and young children

Experience with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, or other pediatric conditions

Familiarity with evidence-based pediatric rehabilitation practices

Membership in professional physical therapy organizations

Strong interest in continued clinical education and professional growth

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time employment opportunity

Daytime schedule

Paid time off and holidays, based on company policy

Health and insurance benefits, subject to eligibility

Retirement savings options, subject to eligibility

Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Supportive clinical work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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