Pediatric Physical Therapist – Miami, Florida

Desort•Miami, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A healthcare organization in Miami, Florida is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist to join its pediatric care team. This full-time position is suited for a clinician who enjoys working with children, collaborating with families, and creating individualized treatment approaches that support mobility, development, and functional independence. The Physical Therapist will work with pediatric patients with a variety of physical and developmental needs while providing high-quality care in a collaborative clinical setting. The Physical Therapist will be responsible for assessing pediatric patients, establishing individualized treatment goals, providing therapeutic interventions, and monitoring progress throughout the course of care. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with children of different developmental stages and is committed to providing patient-centered, evidence-informed therapy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
Active and unrestricted Florida Physical Therapist license
Current American Heart Association BLS certification
Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Ability to work effectively with children, parents, caregivers, and members of a healthcare team
Ability to maintain accurate and confidential patient records

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Physical Therapy or Master's degree in Physical Therapy
Previous experience providing pediatric physical therapy
Pediatric clinical internship or rotation
Experience working with infants and young children
Experience with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, or other pediatric conditions
Familiarity with evidence-based pediatric rehabilitation practices
Membership in professional physical therapy organizations
Strong interest in continued clinical education and professional growth

Responsibilities

Conduct physical therapy evaluations and identify functional limitations and areas requiring intervention
Consider each patient's developmental level, medical history, diagnosis, functional abilities, and individual goals when planning care
Develop individualized treatment plans with realistic and measurable objectives
Provide therapeutic interventions focused on mobility, strength, balance, coordination, motor skills, and functional independence
Monitor patient progress and make appropriate adjustments to treatment programs
Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, patients, and other healthcare professionals
Educate families regarding therapeutic activities, positioning, mobility strategies, and home programs
Document evaluations, treatments, progress, recommendations, and other clinical information accurately and promptly
Participate in care coordination and interdisciplinary discussions when appropriate
Determine when patients have reached their therapeutic goals or maximum benefit and assist with discharge planning
Incorporate current evidence and accepted clinical practices into treatment decisions
Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and clinical development
Follow applicable professional, ethical, safety, and regulatory standards