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Job ID91880

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Why Work at Children's....

Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible 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 different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

This position is for an experienced PT to provide evaluation and treatment of patients in the cardiac ICU (CICU) and cardiac progressive care unit (CPCU.) The patient population is diverse in ages, diagnosis and needs but includes a high number of fragile infants, therefore, experience in CICU, NICU or other fragile infant populations is needed. The ideal candidate would also have experience in managing pediatric acute care including early mobilization and acute rehabilitation. This position is for an experienced PT to provide evaluation and treatment of patients in the cardiac ICU (CICU) and cardiac progressive care unit (CPCU.) The patient population is diverse in ages, diagnosis and needs but includes a high number of fragile infants, therefore, experience in CICU, NICU or other fragile infant populations is needed. The ideal candidate would also have experience in managing pediatric acute care including early mobilization and ac The Physical Therapist II provide physical therapy services including evaluation, treatment and follow up and documentation using general competencies for inpatient and outpatient children referred to the physical therapy department. Provide supervision for PT aides/assistants and students with specific tasks and/or patients. Provide continuous consultation and education to families. The Physical Therapist II successfully fulfills the requirements of a specified area or completes and maintains the Career Advancement Program (CAP), demonstrating both excellence in job performance and on-going contributions in service, education and research, and professional development and leadership.

Additional Information

Department Name:Anschutz IP Physical Therapy Fragile Infant and Cardiac Job Status: Full-Time; 40 hours/week - eligible for benefits Shift: Monday - Friday with occassional weekend

Qualifications

EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy EXPERIENCE -Two years of professional experience as physical therapist. Fragile infant and c rdiac experience strongly preferred. CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR and maintained criteria for Physical Therapist II and obtained requirements listed in the Career Advancement Program guidelines. LICENSURE - State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Physical Therapist license; Credentialing must be completed by the Medical Staff Office (MSO) within 3 months of employment

Responsibilities

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - 30 days to 1yr Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS