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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Pediatric Physical Therapist
Description
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We are looking for a dedicated Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and families, providing specialized physical therapy services to infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with developmental delays, disabilities, or injuries. You will be responsible for assessing each child's individual needs, developing personalized treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions aimed at improving mobility, strength, coordination, balance, and overall physical function. You will collaborate closely with families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and optimal outcomes for each child.
As a Pediatric Physical Therapist, you will utilize your expertise to evaluate motor skills, functional abilities, and developmental milestones. You will design and implement creative, engaging, and age-appropriate therapeutic activities that encourage active participation and promote progress. Your role will involve educating families and caregivers on home exercise programs, positioning techniques, and strategies to support their child's development and independence in daily activities.
You will also be responsible for documenting patient progress, maintaining accurate records, and regularly communicating with physicians, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Your ability to build rapport with children and families, demonstrate empathy, patience, and adaptability, and maintain a positive and encouraging environment will be essential to your success in this role.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with pediatric populations, including children with neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, genetic disorders, developmental delays, and sensory processing challenges. You should be knowledgeable about evidence-based practices, pediatric assessment tools, and therapeutic techniques tailored specifically to children. Additionally, you should be committed to ongoing professional development, staying current with advancements in pediatric physical therapy, and continuously enhancing your clinical skills.
Our organization values teamwork, collaboration, and a family-centered approach to care. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. If you are passionate about pediatric physical therapy and dedicated to helping children achieve their fullest potential, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our healthcare team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Evaluate pediatric patients to determine physical therapy needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implement therapeutic interventions to improve children's mobility, strength, coordination, and functional abilities.
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care.
- Educate families and caregivers on home exercise programs and strategies to support their child's development.
- Document patient progress accurately and maintain detailed treatment records.
- Regularly communicate patient progress and treatment updates with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Adapt therapeutic activities to meet the unique needs and developmental levels of each child.
- Stay current with pediatric physical therapy research and evidence-based practices.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with pediatric populations.
- Strong knowledge of pediatric developmental milestones and therapeutic techniques.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working with pediatric patients?
- How do you approach developing individualized treatment plans for children?
- What strategies do you use to engage children during therapy sessions?
- How do you involve families and caregivers in the therapeutic process?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging pediatric case and how you managed it?
