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Children's Health (Dallas)

Level II - Pediatric Physical Therapist - $23+ per hour

Children's Health (Dallas), Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215


Children's Health (Dallas) is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist Level II for a job in Dallas, Texas.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Pediatric Physical TherapistDiscipline:

TherapyDuration:

Ongoing40 hours per weekShift:

8 hoursEmployment Type:

Staff

Job Title:

Physical Therapist IIDepartment:

Acute Care Therapy ServicesLocation:

Children’s Health, DallasShift:

Tuesday - Saturday, 7:30a to 4pJob Type:

Full-TimeWhy Children’s Health?At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.Coming 2031, Children’s Health, together with UT Southwestern, plans to build one of the nation’s largest and most transformative new $5B children’s hospitals in Dallas.POSITION SUMMARYOur physical therapists provide inpatient and outpatient services for young patients who have diverse medical, oncologic, neurologic, orthopedic and developmental-related conditions. Physical Therapy provides service to patients in accordance with standards of practice while demonstrating progression of treatment plans and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation; collaborate with physicians, patients, family, and other members of health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning; use unscheduled time to flex to other work areas for patient treatment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; attend and participate in departmental meetings, in-services, rounds and peer reviews; participate in program development as assigned by site leader; and participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency.Coordinate and prioritize own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities.Serve as a preceptor and act as a mentor for new staff therapist, students, and rehabilitation aides; train in advanced and/or specialized treatment tools and techniques.WORK EXPERIENCEAt least three-years Physical Therapy job related experienceIn patient pediatric acute care experience preferredEDUCATION

Required: Four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent experiencePreferred: Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experienceLICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONSRequired: License to practice Physical Therapy in the state of TexasRequired: Current CPR/BLS Certification with the American Heart Association of Healthcare Providers upon hireA Place Where You BelongWe put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities, and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for the whole you!

Physical Health - Medical, dental, and visionMental Health - Employee assistance, PTOFamily Support- Parental leave, virtual tutoring, fertility, adoption, etc.Financial Wealth - Employee Saving Plan, Company matching, etc.Insurance and Security - Life, AD&D, short and long term disability insurance, etc.Life Long Learning- - Education Assistance, student loan assistance, professional certifications, etc.

Children's Health (Dallas) Job ID #12772. Posted job title: Pediatric Acute Physical Therapist IiAbout Children's Health (Dallas)

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children for 110 years, and generation to come. We recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community.Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.Benefits

Wellness and fitness programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsHoliday PayPet insuranceEmployee assistance programsLicense and certification reimbursementLife insurance