Location: Orlando,FL, USA
Nemours is seeking a Physical Therapist Sr (CASUAL/PRN), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Orlando, Florida.
This is a PRN PT Senior position in our acute/inpatient rehab settings. The position will provide coverage as needed when full-time staff are off or when there is an increase in census. The need and hours will vary. The position requires at least 1 shift to be worked within a 3 month period and 1 holiday or holiday weekend day per year.
Located in Orlando, Fla., Nemours Children's Hospital is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system. Our 130-bed pediatric hospital also features the area's only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region. A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children's Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond. In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve, we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.
Provides Physical Therapy evaluation, treatment, and consultation to patients referred to the Nemours Children's Hospital Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Services Department. Services are provided under the prescription of a physician and within the guidelines designated by departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Physical Therapist demonstrates proficiency in the care of pediatrics for patients ages birth to 21yo. May also require proficiency with neonates as required by the assigned setting.
* Demonstrates competency in pediatric physical therapy as per department clinical competencies.
* Staff development: assesses existing and develops new activities that promote general knowledge and professionalism within the department; participates in peer review process.
* Clinical Education: Assists in mentoring affiliating physical therapy students, new physical therapy staff, support personnel, and volunteers.
* Keeps current with trends and research in the field of Physical Therapy.
* Professional Development: Attends in-services/continuing education, provides updates in the form of in-services to associates. Participates in professional learning opportunities as required by state specifications and Nemours. Developing ties with professional organizations. Provides educational in-services and experiences to the discipline/program and outside community.
* Program Development: participates in activities to increase program use, awareness, and marketing. Attends program meetings. Contributes to achievement of department/program goals. Collaborates with community partners and participates in physical therapy related community events. Provides outreach assistance to outside professionals concerning children with physical therapy needs.
* Works collaboratively with other departments and specialties.
* Completes timely documentation as required by departmental policy and The Joint Commission, and CARF standards.
* Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member.
* Maintains knowledge of insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services.
Job Requirements
* Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
* Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years experience required.
* Prior pediatrics experience required.
* Florida State License to practice Physical Therapy required.
* American Heart Association BLS Certification required upon hire.
* Member of professional specialty organizations (APTA, FPTA) preferred.