Staff Physical Therapist

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

36d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist assists the patient in reaching their maximum functional potential through a comprehensive assessment and intervention services for The Children's Institute. Infant, pediatric, adolescent and young adult patients are served. The Physical Therapist participates in interdisciplinary treatment programs, collaborates and consults with others to facilitate the delivery of therapy services; administers procedures necessary to process patient services; participates in training activities for family members and other professionals.

Requirements

• BS, MS, certificate, MPT, or DPT from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Must be registered with NBCOT
• Act 33/34 Clearances
• FBI Clearance
• Current and valid certification in CPR and First Aid is required (will provide training).

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a pediatric affiliation or previous experience with a pediatric population is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of pediatric experience preferred.
• Experience with outpatient coding and billing preferred.
• Credentialing with in-state insurance providers preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients functional abilities and disabilities and identifies impairments through objective tests and measures or standardized assessment tools
• Identifies measurable functional goals and develops a treatment plan in collaboration with the patient/family
• Implements treatment plan of care and adjusts treatment goals and intervention
• Will use objective data to assess patient's frequency and duration of care to optimize therapy benefit, considering clinical and financial factors.
• Prepares and plans for discharge during the course of treatment and initiates discharge when indicated
• Assesses need for assistive technology appropriate for patient & family.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription insurance-Choice of two health plans and networks
• Dental and Vision-Free coverage for team members.
• Personal/Sick Time and Holidays
• Medical, Bereavement, Educational, & Personal Leaves
• Parental leave (birth & adoption) paid-6 weeks
• 403b Retirement Plan – pre-tax & Roth options; employer match after 1 year
• Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program – CI qualifies as non-profit
• Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development/CEU’s
• Life and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Credit Union
• Team Member Recognition Events
• Referral bonus
• CPR-employer paid

What This Job Offers

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