Physical Therapist PRN

The Orthopedic Department at Children's Hospital Colorado strives to provide focused, expert care across many diagnoses to youth in our region. Our physical therapists partner with many physicians across the Orthopedic Institute to provide excellent orthopedic care at our 6 locations. Physical therapists on this team are experts at providing evaluation and treatment of patients with general orthopedic diagnoses including but not limited to neck, back, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle diagnoses, concussion, vestibular disorders, scoliosis, pelvic health diagnoses, and chronic conditions such as chronic pain, hypermobility spectrum disorder, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, and functional neurologic disorder. Our therapists provide family centered care and are expected to coordinate care with patients, families, therapy aides, physical therapy assistants (where applicable), physicians, advanced practice providers and students. This program has a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and collaboration across the 6 sites. The right fit for our team is someone who has orthopedic experience, works well in a team setting and is committed to patients and their families.

The Physical Therapist I provide physical therapy services including evaluation, treatment and follow up and documentation using general competencies for inpatient and outpatient children referred to the physical therapy department. Provide supervision for PT aides/assistants and students with specific tasks and/or patients. Provide continuous consultation and education to families. The Physical Therapist I is an entry level position in a Career Advancement Program (CAP).

Additional Information

• Location/Dept: SE Aurora Physical Therapy
• Job Details: PRN; As needed based on department staffing - not eligible for benefits
• Shift: Shifts can be Monday - Friday, between 8:00am and 6:00pm.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the family, physicians, schools, and other providers to ensure the continuum of care for the child and optimal clinical services. Provides consultation and education to other professionals and families as necessary.
• Completes written documentation in accordance with department standards for format, location, and time frames.
• Independently evaluates patients with a variety of diagnosis, in specialized programs, on inpatient and/or outpatient units. Incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services.
• Assists in achieving departmental financial budget targets.
• Demonstrates leadership and participates in systematic, planned professional development to improve the clinical, educational, research, and advocacy goals of the department and hospital.
• Provides consultation and education to families.
• Treat children across the continuum, with a variety of diagnoses, in specialized programs on inpatient and outpatient units and in the community. Incorporates principles of cultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services. Seeks out appropriate mentoring/training and consults with relative Program Coordinator and/or assigned mentor for complex patient diagnoses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degrees

  • BS/BA in Physical Therapy required. Doctorate in PT preferred.

• Experience
  • Required: None; Preferred: at least one year of experience as a physical therapist in orthopedics, pediatric setting.
• Licenses & Certifications
  • Basic Life Support
  • Physical Therapist (State of CO Dept. of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)
  • Dry needling certification preferred
  • OCS or PCS preferred

• Additional Requirements

  • DORA Requirements: State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Physical Therapist license; Credentialing must be completed by the Medical Staff Office (MSO) within 3 months of employment

Salary Information
Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Hourly Range: $41.87 to $62.81

This position is eligible for relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Benefits Information
As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.

EEO Statement
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

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