Pediatric Physical Therapist

5 days ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Full time

Job Summary:

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking a skilled Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team on a per diem basis. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide physical therapy services to an assigned caseload of children, including patient examination, evaluation, intervention, documentation, parent education, communication, and coordination with medical and allied medical staff.

Responsibilities:

  • Examine each patient using age-appropriate assessment procedures to determine the patient's physical function, both abilities and disabilities.
  • Develop the patient's physical therapy diagnosis and prognosis, specifying the plan of care, including long and short-term goals, outcomes, and the duration and frequency of interventions.
  • Prepare written evaluations specifying examination results and physical therapy diagnosis, prognosis, and intervention plan.
  • Document the patient's problems, long-term and short-term goals, and outcomes of intervention, including specific interventions to be used, and the duration and frequency of intervention required to reach the goals and outcomes, and criteria for discharge.
  • Perform physical therapy procedures to achieve the stated goals, utilizing techniques that take into account the patient's developmental and social maturity.
  • Supervise the PTA or exercise technician in implementation of the plan.
  • Design, fit, fabricate, and examine the effectiveness of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices for assigned patients; supervise outside purchase of such devices which cannot be provided by the department.
  • Communicate with physicians, other team members, and family regarding the patient's goals and progress.
  • Participate in patient conferences as assigned as a member of the health care team.
  • Participate in discharge planning.
  • Provide a written discharge summary, specifying goals and recommendations for future intervention.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Master's Degree Preferred
  • At least two (2) years of Pediatric physical therapy experience (working experience) Required
  • Physical Therapy License - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required

CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.

Benefits:

CHOP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 403(b) retirement plan and paid time off. We also offer a range of employee wellness programs and resources to support your physical and mental health.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter to [insert contact information]. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.

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