Travel Physical Therapist - Pediatrics

American Traveler is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist with pediatric outpatient experience for a 13-week travel assignment in Juneau, AK.

Pediatric outpatient physical therapy setting
Serves a wide range of ages with varying diagnoses and conditions
Both inpatient and outpatient populations may be encountered as assigned
Schedule is 40 hours per week; shifts vary Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM

Minimum 1 year of experience in adult outpatient rehab; pediatric PT experience required
Entry-level qualifying master's or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, or a master's/bachelor's degree from an APTA-approved program with 2 years of proven work and continuing education experience demonstrating doctoral-level knowledge
Active Alaska PT license required at time of consideration — license required if applicable
Current BLS certification required
Valid driver's license required
Flu vaccination required

Responsibilities include PT evaluations, treatment planning, and implementing individualized plans of care across a variety of diagnoses
Oversees and directs the work of Physical Therapist Assistants and other designated support staff, students, or interns
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, referring providers, and families to coordinate care and discharge planning
Develops and delivers patient and family education, including clear home exercise programs with return demonstration
Assists with acquisition, fitting, and maintenance of durable medical equipment
Participates in care conferences, rounds, and provides therapy consultations and in-services to medical staff as assigned
Adheres to APTA regulatory and practice standards and maintains clinical space cleanliness and supply levels
Note: Start date will be no sooner than 6 weeks after fingerprint cards are received at the facility for processing

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