111 Michigan Avenue NorthwestWashington, DC 20010
Kids Are Our Everything.Department
10485 Physical Therapy
Pay Range
$82,222.40 - $137,051.20
Work hours - 8am-430pm Monday-Friday
About the Role:The Physical Therapist II or Occupational Therapist II will provide advanced-level therapy services to pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment-related needs. The therapist will collaborate closely with
Hematology/Oncology, Rehabilitation, and other specialty care teams to coordinate individualized therapy services and ensure continuity of care between the inpatient and outpatient settings.
Responsibilities will include participation in multidisciplinary clinics; screening and coordination of rehabilitation services for children with a primary cancer diagnosis and related medical needs; development of patient and family education; coordination with inpatient Hematology/Oncology therapists during hospitalizations; provision of outpatient treatment as appropriate; and participation in future program development, education, and research opportunities.
Minimum Education- Physical Therapist: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Occupational Therapist: Bachelor's degree and graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Minimum Work Experience- Physical Therapist: 4-5 years of pediatric physical therapy experience and successful submission of Professional Ladder application. Clinical experience with at least a partial focus in pediatric oncology.
- Occupational Therapist: Minimum of 2 years of occupational therapy experience. Background in pediatrics and acute care required. Clinical experience with at least a partial focus in pediatric oncology.
Required Licenses and Certifications- Physical Therapist: Current Physical Therapist license in Washington, DC, or the applicable treating jurisdiction.
- Occupational Therapist: Current Washington, DC Occupational Therapist license or eligibility with pending applicant status.
- Advanced certification and/or training in NDT, sensory integration (SI), or hand therapy preferred for Occupational Therapy.
Clinical Skills and Expertise- Evaluate and treat pediatric patients using appropriate clinical frameworks and in accordance with applicable practice acts.
- Select reliable and valid assessment tools based on diagnosis, functional limitations, and patient history.
- Synthesize evaluation findings to develop individualized plans of care, treatment plans, and functional goals.
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge across multiple areas of clinical practice and advanced competency within specialty areas.
- Participate in evidence-based practice, case presentations, professional presentations, publications, or departmental education activities as appropriate to the discipline and role.
Documentation- Complete inpatient and outpatient documentation in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Review and co-sign documentation completed by students and aides as required.
Leadership- Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to staff, students, and other healthcare professionals.
- Serve as a primary or backup clinical instructor for students as appropriate.
- Assist the team with prioritizing treatment schedules and managing patient caseloads.
- Promote the role of Physical and Occupational Therapy within multidisciplinary clinics, programs, and research initiatives.
Administrative & Professional Responsibilities- Complete required administrative responsibilities, including billing, scheduling/timekeeping, and operational assignments.
- Participate in data collection for research projects and performance improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to update policies and procedures based on current standards of care and best practices.
- Participate in case conferences, patient rounds, in-services, seminars, staff meetings, and other professional development activities.
- Support multidisciplinary collaboration and continued professional growth in accordance with applicable professional and regulatory standards.
Benefits That Support You:- Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
- Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
- Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
- Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
- Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.
The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children's National believes an individual's base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children's National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non-discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual's combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications. Children's National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.
