Physical Therapist - Full Time

Shriners Hospitals for Children • Honolulu, HI

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About The Position

Shriners Children’s is a pediatric specialty medical center providing care in areas including burns, orthopaedics, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties. The Physical Therapist provides evaluation and therapy services upon referral from a licensed independent practitioner. Services include direct patient care, patient and family education, and transition of care, delivered efficiently and in an age-appropriate and culturally sensitive manner.

The position provides comprehensive, compliant, and safe clinical care consistent with family-centered care principles and professional practice standards, with a focus on optimal patient outcomes. The Physical Therapist collaborates with medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized plans of care for pediatric patients and their families. The role also contributes to team development, departmental improvement, and ongoing professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• License in the state of practice.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• One year of physical therapy experience; new graduates will also be considered.
• Pediatric and/or sports experience.
• PCS, OCS, NCS, or CHT certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, compliant, and safe clinical care consistent with family-centered care principles and professional standards.
• Evaluate patients and provide therapy services, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transition-of-care services.
• Work with medical staff and the multidisciplinary team to design and implement individualized plans of care for pediatric patients and their families.
• Contribute as a team member and develop leadership skills through mentoring and educating students and other professionals.
• Support departmental development and improvement by participating in special projects, performance improvement, and facility committees.
• Pursue ongoing education and research to support professional growth and align with the hospital’s patient care and strategic direction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level