Pediatric Physical Therapist

SUGGS PEDIATRIC OUTPATIENT THERAPY SERVICES

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Dallas, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Physical Therapist Full Time or Part Time

    Physical Therapy Assistant Full Time or Part Time

    Suggs Pediatric Outpatient Therapy Services (SPOTS)

    12810 Hillcrest Road Suite B-100 Dallas, TX 75230

    Please apply at: jennifersuggs@spotstx.com or call 214-725-8088

    Pay: Salary or Hourly

    Description

    Shift: Full Time or Part Time

    Schedule: 40 hours

    Staff Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant Location: Suggs Pediatric Outpatient Therapy Services, Dallas, TX

    At SPOTS, our mission is to help children develop the sensory and motor skills necessary for successful performance in everyday, functional tasks such as play, social interactions, self-help skills, and school performance. SPOTS provides individualized Occupational and Physical therapy services specifically targeted to each child’s needs as identified by a comprehensive evaluation and parent input. We are passionate about children and believe that each child deserves to develop their full potential. SPOTS is a fun, family centered environment where your child will feel safe and supported in order to meet new challenges and build confidence with treatment presented in the form of “play”.

    Physical Therapist Job Summary:

    Provide direct Physical Therapy evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of function, setting individualized goals and making discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice; provide direct PT treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation including evaluation forms, progress notes, education forms; and collaborate with physicians, patients, family and other members of the health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning

    Coordinate and prioritize own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities

    Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; attend and participate in meetings, in-services; and participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency

    Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description

    Assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area

    Support the Mission, Vision, and Values of Organization

    Use appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers and internal partners; interact with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives them confidence in one's intentions.

    Develop and use collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.

    Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; take action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

    Take prompt action to accomplish objectives; take action to achieve goals beyond what is required; be proactive.

    Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

    Meet patient and patient family needs; take responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; use appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.

    Ensure that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; craft and implement service practices that meet customers' and own organization's needs.

    · Set high standards of performance for self and others; assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-impose standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

    Qualifications

    · Doctoral or Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program is required.

    Bachelor's and Associates degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program is required

    · At least 1 year experience preferred, but not required

    · Licensed by Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners

    · Current CPR/BLS American Heart Association Certification

    Work Remotely

    No

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Benefit Conditions:

    Only full-time employees eligible

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    401 K

    Continuing Education

    Medical specialties:

    Pediatrics

    Schedule:

    10 hour shift

    8 hour shift

    Experience:

    pediatric: 1 year (Preferred)

    Education:

    Master's (Required)

    License:

    PT (Required)

    Application Question:

    Do you have a passion for the pediatric population?

    Work Location: In person