Level I - Physical Therapist - $36-46 per hour

Cook Children’s Health Care System is seeking a Physical Therapist Level I for a job in Fort Worth, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Physical Therapist
• Discipline : Therapy
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : Ongoing
• Employment Type : Staff

Location :

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department : Rehab-Downtown FW

Shift :

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours :

40

Summary :

The Physical Therapist will have the education, knowledge and skill to provide in-patient services focusing on functional skills to enhance development, restore function and to 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 and neurological impairments, hematology and oncology disorders, musculoskeletal injuries or disorders, neuromuscular disorders, gross motor delays, and cardiopulmonary disorders. Also includes evaluations for wheelchairs, walkers and other assistive devices. The PT will provide therapy services for chronically ill patients admitted to hospital for lengthy stays, as well as see additional outpatients for burn and wound care. The position shall include patient and caregiver education and consultation to other medical professionals, clinics and agencies, both within Cook Children's Health Care System and within the community. Documentation and correspondence pertaining to these services shall follow department and system policies.

Qualifications :

Master's Degree required

Pediatric and / or Acute Care Experience Preferred

Flexible Hours / shifts to accommodate before and after school hours

BLS within 30 days of employment required

State license for physical therapy or eligible for licensure

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.

Cook Childrens Health Care System Job ID #JR-110283. Posted job title : Physical Therapist-I / P

About Cook Children’s Health Care System

About Cook Children's

When you work here, you grow here.

Promise is a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands-especially kids. This is what drives us to blaze new trails with innovative technology, research, exceptional medical care and competitive programs that benefit children who don’t otherwise have access to quality health care. Cook Children's employees come to work every day to keep that Promise, connecting the dots between caregivers, families and communities.

Surpassing 105 years, with more than 10,000 employees, we are here for every child, every day. Our not-for-profit organization includes two medical centers, a large physician network, a home health company, three surgery centers, a health plan, health services and a health foundation. We are proud to be Forbes' #1 Best Large U.S. Employer in Health Care with nearly 100 clinical locations throughout Texas, where we invite you to call home.

Apply now and be part of this magic.

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