Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist

FutureSoft Consulting Inc•Juneau, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week contract assignment in Juneau, Alaska. This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist with hands-on pediatric experience who is comfortable evaluating and treating children with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, mobility, balance, and functional limitations. Candidates must hold an active Alaska Physical Therapist license, have current BLS certification, and possess pediatric Physical Therapy experience. The requisition also calls for at least 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience.

Requirements

Active Alaska Physical Therapist license
Pediatric Physical Therapy experience
Minimum 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Valid driver’s license
Strong pediatric assessment and treatment-planning skills
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
Strong communication and documentation skills
Entry-level Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program OR Graduation from an APTA-approved Physical Therapy program at the bachelor’s or master’s level, along with sufficient professional experience and continuing education to meet applicable licensure requirements
Comfortable treating children with needs related to: Developmental delay, Gross motor delay, Neuromuscular conditions, Orthopedic conditions, Balance and coordination deficits, Gait abnormalities, Muscle weakness, Reduced range of motion, Mobility limitations, Post-surgical rehabilitation, Functional movement challenges
Comfortable with: Pediatric Physical Therapy, Outpatient rehabilitation, Developmental assessment, Gross motor assessment, Therapeutic exercise, Gait training, Balance training, Neuromuscular re-education, Functional mobility, Strength and range-of-motion assessment, Caregiver education, Home exercise programs, Assistive devices, Progress tracking, Clinical documentation
Influenza vaccination is required unless an approved exemption is permitted under facility policy.
All required licensure and certifications must remain current throughout the assignment.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric outpatient clinic experience
Early intervention experience
School-based pediatric therapy experience
Neurological rehabilitation experience
Orthopedic pediatric rehabilitation experience
Experience working with medically complex children
Previous travel or contract Physical Therapy experience
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary pediatric teams

Responsibilities

Evaluate pediatric patients with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and mobility-related conditions.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, functional limitations, and patient goals.
Provide therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility interventions.
Assess strength, range of motion, posture, coordination, balance, endurance, and gross motor development.
Provide age-appropriate treatment to improve mobility, independence, and functional participation.
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
Educate parents and caregivers regarding home exercise programs, positioning, mobility strategies, and developmental goals.
Recommend appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, or mobility supports when needed.
Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, educators, and other members of the care team.
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge planning.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Follow patient-safety, infection-control, and rehabilitation standards.
Manage an assigned outpatient caseload efficiently while maintaining high-quality patient care.