Location:

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department:

Rehab-Downtown FW

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

8

Summary:

The Inpatient Staff Physical Therapist will provide therapy services for patients admitted to the hospital for lengthy stays. Will provide services to all areas including PICU, CVICU, floors, Trauma, neonates, etc. The Physical Therapist must have the education, knowledge, and skills to provide inpatient services focusing on functional skills to enhance development, restore function, and prevent disability from pediatric conditions, illness, and injury. Evaluation, treatment, and home programming are provided for children with burns and wounds, orthopedic injuries, brain injuries, neurological impairments, hematology and oncology disorders, musculoskeletal injuries or disorders, neuromuscular disorders, gross motor delays, and cardiopulmonary disorders.  Work closely with patients, caregivers, medical professionals, clinics, and agencies to provide education and consultation.

Pay Rate: $51.50/hour

Flexible hours available: Employees can work 4, 8, or 10-hour shifts with the ability to work up to 30 hours per week depending on available caseloads. Must also work one weekend day per month and one summer and winter holiday.

Qualifications:

Master's Degree required.

Pediatric and/or Developmental Experience preferred.

State license for physical therapy or eligible for licensure.

CPR - BLS within 30 days of employment required.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.