Pediatric NICU Physical Therapist

Baycare Health System • Tampa, FL

47d • Onsite

About The Position

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. BayCare is currently seeking our newest NICU Physical Therapist to provide specialized, evidence-based therapy services to premature and medically complex infants in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role focuses on optimizing neurodevelopmental outcomes, supporting medical stability, and empowering families through education and collaboration. The therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver trauma-informed, developmentally supportive care. St. Joseph's Children's Hospital is well known throughout the southeast United States as a leader in pediatric care. With over 170 pediatric physician specialists representing 25 medical and surgical disciplines, the staff offers the care St. Joseph's Children's Hospital is known for.

Requirements

• Required BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Required PT (Physical Therapy)
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Eligible to obtain
• Or PT (Physical Therapy) Temporary and licensure within 6 months
• Required Bachelor's Physical Therapy

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Master's Physical Therapy
• Preferred Doctorate's Physical Therapy
• Preferred 1-year Physical Therapist

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of neuromotor, sensory, and functional development in neonates.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to promote optimal positioning, movement patterns, and sensory regulation.
• Implement interventions such as therapeutic handling, positioning, infant massage and splinting.
• Provide caregiver training on safe handling, positioning, and developmental stimulation.
• Facilitate bonding and participation in care routines, including skin-to-skin.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists, to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to discharge planning and transition to outpatient or early intervention services.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Incorporate evidence-based practices and adhere to NICU safety protocols.

Benefits

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees