Creighton University
PRN Physical Therapist - Creighton Pediatric Therapy
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Position Summary:
Evaluates patients with known or suspected health conditions and performs therapeutic treatment procedures as indicated. Makes patient referrals to other health care agencies/disciplines as indicated. Instructs patients and family members in individualized activity programs designed to maximize functional abilities. Completes timely documentation. Preference to experience in pediatric intensive care unit and/or advanced care unit in pediatrics but not required. Employee would have to be available for weekend coverage at least once a month as well as some weekday coverage. Employee is also responsible for supporting the mission, goals, and vision of Creighton Pediatric Therapy
Essential Functions:
* Physical therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to help them with activities of daily living, and other skills that promote independence. * Uses computer programs to assist with administrative responsibilities related to clinical practice. * Care coordination between a healthcare team related to patient care. Education & Experience: * Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy education program is required. * Experience in pediatrics is preferred. * Display proficiency in the use of common physical therapy standardized assessments, an understanding of childhood development, and the use of treatment procedures. * Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care. * Completion of NPI number and insurance plan credentialing prior to independent patient care required. * Completion of background check and drug screen during the pre-employment process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests. * Ability to resolve conflict amongst staff and to work collaboratively with clinic director, clinic assistant director, clinic manager, clinic staff (including other physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists), referring physicians, and other members of the healthcare team. * Ability to concentrate and focus on projects. * Possesses creative systems thinking to ensure operational efficiency. * Ability to problem solve and make decisions. * Self-control and stress tolerance in dealing with multiple requests and conflicting demands from multiple customers. * Demonstrates clear verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills, especially in recording evaluations and patient progress notes. * Functions effectively and efficiently under stress with frequent interruptions. * Requires minimal sustained direction in carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities. * Self-starting and self-motivating. * Experience in clinical education and student learning within the clinical learning environment. * Ability to work collaboratively with other therapy disciplines and co-treat/coordinate care as needed. * Uses the clinic documentation system independently following training/orientation. Licenses/Certifications: * Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice Physical Therapy by the Nebraska State Department of Health is required. * Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required. Creighton University salary ranges are determined by role, level of responsibility, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Why Creighton? At Creighton, you are part of something big. Your skills and passions unite with thousands of faculty, staff and students inspired to change the world. Here, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-year-old Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries on innovation. We pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society. We seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values. And it all starts with you. Creighton University, an R2 Carnegie classification, is a Jesuit, Catholic university. In this Ignatian tradition, Creighton emphasizes the type of research that engages the world and that is driven by engaged teachers who are committed to justice and the pursuit of knowledge for the betterment of society. Recognized for its undergraduate research profile and its six health professional schools. Creighton is an urban campus in the heart of Omaha, Nebraska, a vibrant and growing city of nearly a million people with four Fortune 500 companies, an active sports scene, a vibrant arts community, and a nationally-recognized restaurant scene. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact Human Resources - Phone: 402.280.1405.
* Physical therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities to help them with activities of daily living, and other skills that promote independence. * Uses computer programs to assist with administrative responsibilities related to clinical practice. * Care coordination between a healthcare team related to patient care. Education & Experience: * Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy education program is required. * Experience in pediatrics is preferred. * Display proficiency in the use of common physical therapy standardized assessments, an understanding of childhood development, and the use of treatment procedures. * Completion of HIPAA and immunization requirements prior to patient care. * Completion of NPI number and insurance plan credentialing prior to independent patient care required. * Completion of background check and drug screen during the pre-employment process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests. * Ability to resolve conflict amongst staff and to work collaboratively with clinic director, clinic assistant director, clinic manager, clinic staff (including other physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists), referring physicians, and other members of the healthcare team. * Ability to concentrate and focus on projects. * Possesses creative systems thinking to ensure operational efficiency. * Ability to problem solve and make decisions. * Self-control and stress tolerance in dealing with multiple requests and conflicting demands from multiple customers. * Demonstrates clear verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills, especially in recording evaluations and patient progress notes. * Functions effectively and efficiently under stress with frequent interruptions. * Requires minimal sustained direction in carrying out departmental and professional responsibilities. * Self-starting and self-motivating. * Experience in clinical education and student learning within the clinical learning environment. * Ability to work collaboratively with other therapy disciplines and co-treat/coordinate care as needed. * Uses the clinic documentation system independently following training/orientation. Licenses/Certifications: * Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice Physical Therapy by the Nebraska State Department of Health is required. * Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required. Creighton University salary ranges are determined by role, level of responsibility, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Why Creighton? At Creighton, you are part of something big. Your skills and passions unite with thousands of faculty, staff and students inspired to change the world. Here, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-year-old Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries on innovation. We pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society. We seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values. And it all starts with you. Creighton University, an R2 Carnegie classification, is a Jesuit, Catholic university. In this Ignatian tradition, Creighton emphasizes the type of research that engages the world and that is driven by engaged teachers who are committed to justice and the pursuit of knowledge for the betterment of society. Recognized for its undergraduate research profile and its six health professional schools. Creighton is an urban campus in the heart of Omaha, Nebraska, a vibrant and growing city of nearly a million people with four Fortune 500 companies, an active sports scene, a vibrant arts community, and a nationally-recognized restaurant scene. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact Human Resources - Phone: 402.280.1405.