School Physical Therapist

School Physical Therapist

81110BR

Patient Services-Physical Therapy

Job Posting Description

206 days annually, aligned with Kennedy Day School calendar.

Provides Physical Therapy evaluation, treatment, teaching, and consultation to the pediatric patient and the occasional adult patient.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Demonstrates proficiency in treatment techniques of physical therapy for the pediatric patient

Adheres to the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics

Administers tests and applies evaluation techniques to determine functional status and identify therapy needs

Analyzes evaluation results and designs a therapy program to meet needs of patient and family, incorporating factors of child's developmental and medical history, social environment and educational placement

Implements an individualized therapy plan of care. Instructs patient, caregivers, teachers (for KDS student) and support personnel, as appropriate, for carryover of therapeutic activities

Evaluates need for therapy equipment and assistive devices. Instructs patient, caregivers, teachers (for KDS student) and support personnel in use and care of assistive devices and equipment

Evaluates and reports patient progress to treatment team, caregiver(s) and supervisor as necessary. Strongly communicates with other members of the Franciscan Children's care team and outside providers as appropriate and necessary, to ensure comprehensive interdisciplinary care.

Participates in discharge planning, including coordination of services with other providers and caregiver(s)

Adheres to department documentation and productivity guidelines

May supervise physical therapy support personnel (examples: PTA, PT student, PT Aide)

Participates in department quality improvement initiatives

Maintains professional knowledge which may include attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, participating in continuing educational opportunities and/or membership in the APTA

Designs and teaches home program and determines need for any adaptation to home environment

Successfully completes hospital and department specific orientation and ongoing mandatory educational and regulatory requirements

Other essential duties may be assigned as necessary to the operation of the department

Hours meet the needs of the department

Assigned program(s) meet the needs of the department and may vary based on departmental need

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from an accredited program- doctorate preferred. A minimum of one year pediatric experience is preferred. Pediatric experience or new graduates with graduate clinical experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of professional therapy principles, practices, concepts, and procedures as applied to the care of the pediatric population

Strong organizational and time management skills

Capable of prioritizing and triaging priorities

Able to provide clear and meaningful feedback to patients and caregiver(s)

Understands and maintains confidentiality and complies with HIPAA and FERPA guidelines for patients and employees

Adheres to Franciscan Children's safety and security standards

Adherence to Joint Commission Standards

Proficient in Microsoft 365 and applicable electronic health record documentation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Uses hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Stands for long periods of time while examining patients

Speak clearly so listeners can understand

Able to consistently lift (including patient transfers) 40 pounds multiple times throughout the day while utilizing proper body mechanics

Status

Full-Time

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem

Regular

Standard Hours per Week

40

Office/Site Location

Brighton

Job Posting Category

Rehabilitation

Remote Eligibility

Onsite Only