Physical Therapist (Casual/PRN)
About The Position
Nemours is seeking a Casual/PRN Physical Therapist to join Nemours Children's Health in Orlando, Florida. This pediatric position may provide therapy services in outpatient, inpatient rehabilitation, or acute care settings, depending on the therapist’s skills. Days and hours vary according to departmental needs, including coverage for time off or changes in patient census. Weekend or holiday coverage may be requested, and weekend availability is required. The Physical Therapist evaluates, treats, and consults with patients referred to the Nemours Children’s Hospital Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Services Department. Services are provided under physician prescription and according to departmental and hospital policies and procedures. The therapist demonstrates pediatric care proficiency for patients from birth through age 21 and may need neonatal proficiency depending on the assigned setting. Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando is a 130-bed pediatric hospital with a 24-hour pediatric Emergency Department and outpatient specialty clinics. Nemours Children’s Health is an integrated pediatric health system serving patients across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals, more than 80 care practices, and more than 40 hospital partnerships. The nonprofit system focuses on clinical care, research, education, advocacy, prevention, and a Whole Child Health approach. It is committed to inclusion, culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and supporting patients, families, and associates.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum of three months of experience; new graduates may be considered based on educational experiences.
- Florida state license to practice physical therapy.
- American Heart Association BLS certification upon hire.
- Must be available for weekend shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Membership in professional specialty organizations such as APTA or FPTA.
- Prior pediatric experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy evaluation, treatment, and consultation to referred patients under physician prescription and in accordance with departmental and hospital policies.
- Demonstrate competency in pediatric physical therapy according to department clinical competencies.
- Assess staff-development needs and develop activities that promote departmental knowledge and professionalism; participate in peer review.
- Assist in mentoring physical therapy students, new physical therapy staff, support personnel, and volunteers.
- Keep current with trends and research in physical therapy; attend continuing-education activities and provide educational updates and in-services.
- Participate in professional learning opportunities and develop ties with professional organizations.
- Provide educational in-services and experiences for the discipline or program and the outside community.
- Participate in program-development activities, meetings, and efforts to increase program use, awareness, and outreach.
- Contribute to department and program goals, collaborate with community partners, and participate in physical-therapy-related community events.
- Provide outreach assistance to outside professionals concerning children with physical therapy needs.
- Collaborate with other departments and specialties.
- Complete timely documentation according to departmental policy and The Joint Commission and CARF standards.
- Attend patient-treatment meetings and contribute as an interdisciplinary team member.
- Maintain knowledge of insurance referral and authorization processes and therapy documentation requirements.
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Career Level
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