Job ID82128
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatrichospitals by U.S. News & World Report.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.
Job Overview
The Physical Therapist I provides inpatient physical therapy servicesincluding evaluation and treatment of patients with neurological,orthopedic, and other acute complex medical diagnoses. Provides supervisionfor PT aides/assistants and students with specific tasks and/or patients.Provides family-centered care to inpatients from infants to young adults incollaboration with large multidisciplinary teams.The Physical Therapist I is an entry level position in a Career AdvancementProgram (CAP).."
Additional Information
Department: Anschutz IP Physical TherapyHours per week: 1Shift: Weekday and weekend shifts
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Bachelor's degreein Physical Therapy or related field of studyrequired.EXPERIENCE - Pediatric, acute care and inpatient rehab experience preferred.CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR required.LICENSURE - State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA)Physical Therapist license required.
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARENeonate - 30 days to 1yrToddlers - >1yr to 3yrsPre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrsSchool age - >5yrs to 13yrsAdolescent - >13yrs to 18yrsAdult - >18yrs to 65yrsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of thefollowing essential functions. These examples do not include all of thefunctions which the employee may be expected to perform.Collaboration- Collaborates with the family, physicians, schools and otherproviders to ensure the continuum of care for the child and optimal clinicalservices. Provides consultation and education to other professionals andfamilies as necessary.Documentation- Completes written documentation in accordance with departmentstandards for format, location and time frames.Evaluation/Re-evaluations: Independently evaluates children from birth to21 years of age, with a variety of diagnosis, in specialized programs,on inpatient and/or outpatient units. Incorporates principles ofcultural-competence and family-centered care into clinical services.Financial Responsibility: As ists in achieving departmental financial budgettargets.Leadership and/or Professionalism- Demonstrates professional behaviors;adheres to hospital and departmental policies and promotes personal anddepartmental development through participation in development activities toimprove the patient experience and quality goals of the department andhospital. Provides clinical supervision as needed/when appropriate forphysical therapy clinical interns.Treatment- Treat... For full info follow application link.