Physical Therapist- Children’s Hospital

POSITION TYPE: Allied Health Professional

SPECIALTY UNIT: Physical Therapist

LOCATION: Dallas, TX

SHIFT: TBD

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent

Job Description:

We are looking for a committed Physical Therapist to act as the patient’s partner throughout the trip of restoring motion and ensuring that the client will function at their personal best. You will maximize the quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment or intervention, and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to work with young children and adolescents.
• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs.
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility.
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery.
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs.
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care, and proven interventions.
• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally.
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
• Consult and practice with other health professionals.
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress.
• Document patient care services
• Participate in discharge planning

Job Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Direct Deposit
• 401K
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Employee discount program
• Excellent room for growth and advancement

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a physical therapist- minimum of one year working in an Inpatient and Outpatient setting in developmental disabilities and neurological/orthopedic conditions.
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• CPR certified
• Certification in behavior management or related (SAMA, ABA, PIP, etc.)
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Drive to continually learn and grow.
• Professional behavior
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Valid license to practice physical therapy.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy with a BS, MS, MPT, or DPT degree in physical therapy.