Description

American Traveler is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist with a Bachelor's in Physical Therapy and current BLS certification for an outpatient therapy annex setting.

Details

• Outpatient therapy annex setting treating pediatric patients
• Schedule consists of three 12-hour day shifts per week
• Requires approximately 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week period
• No floating requirements and no holiday shifts
• Utilizes a therapy-specific EMR for documentation and charging
• Performs therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, interferential, and iontophoresis
• Applies taping techniques for stabilization, facilitation, or inhibition of movement

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
• Physical Therapist license required if applicable
• Experience treating orthopedic and neurologic conditions preferred
• Skilled in performing range of motion, strength, and functional task assessments
• Experience with therapy EMR documentation required
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with referring providers and educating patients and families

Additional Information

• Evaluates and treats patients of all ages, adapting plans of care based on clinical findings and patient response
• Serves as a clinical resource and role model for staff and students
• Designs individualized plans of care integrating goals, treatment, and discharge planning
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers using effective teaching methods
• Monitors and provides feedback to support personnel in accordance with legal and ethical standards
• Completes documentation in compliance with facility clinical process policies
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days within a 13-week contract
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• Workers may not remain on assignment for more than 1 year without a 6-month break in service before returning