Pediatric Physical Therapist

About this Job

We are looking for a hard-working, playful, and dynamic full-time Physical Therapist who has experience and passion for working with the pediatric population. We value our team members who inspire children and support their families. At Play Works we strive to work closely with children, families, and other professionals to help every child reach their maximum potential. Therefore, we strive to provide a positive, friendly work environment that supports its staff to their full potential.

If you are looking for a work environment that provides a high level of job satisfaction due to a supportive group of co-workers and a rewarding caseload of children and their families, you are encouraged to apply!

New grads with a strong Pediatrics clinical rotation will be considered. Play Works has an excellent mentorship program.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, establishes an appropriate treatment plan meeting the needs of the patient and formulates treatment goals
• Provides treatments and completes all necessary documentation per department policy
• Maintains accurate and timely patient records including but not limited to progress notes, patient evaluation, re-evaluations, discharge summaries, and billing forms. Co-signs same-therapy assistant documentation after reviewing for content and appropriateness, as needed
• Provides information to other medical/allied health personnel regarding a patient’s progress, needs and discharge plans
• Recognize patients needs beyond therapist scope of practice with ability to advocate for families
• Instructs patient and family in appropriate exercises to continue at home and provides written material as a reference
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service, teamwork, professionalism and confidentiality
• Continuously develops skill sets with attending any of the following: professional continuing education programs, in-service training, and seminars
• Counsels patients and their families by informing them about available treatment options
• Maintains patient confidence by keeping information confidential
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
• Contributes within physical therapy department by collaborating on the growth and development of new programs
• Participates in activities and events which increase public awareness of Play Works services within the community

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• *Monthly productivity bonuses*
• Continuing Education reimbursement
• Ongoing team-building opportunities (rafting in the gorge, rock climbing, cycling, more!)