University of Missouri Health Care

Physical Therapist - Inpatient Pediatrics

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Missouri PT licensure, temporary licensure, or PT limited permit is required.
  • Experience in administering advanced treatment techniques including various modalities.
  • Ability to perform comprehensive patient evaluations efficiently.
  • Knowledge of APTA code of ethics and adherence to state practice laws.
  • Experience in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and engage in training and professional development activities.
  • Administer specialized treatments according to physician orders.
  • Ensure thorough documentation per departmental guidelines.
  • Provide a variety of physical therapy modalities and techniques.
  • Correlate assessment data to formulate detailed therapy plans.
  • Supervise students and contribute to their learning experience.
  • Complete additional department-specific tasks as necessary.

Benefits

  • Generous health care benefits through MU Health Care.
  • Continuous training and education support offered.
  • Opportunity to work with pediatric patients in a dynamic environment.
  • Participation in a supportive and collaborative team culture.
  • Access to professional development resources to maintain licensure.
Full Job Description
Shift: Days with rotating weekends/Holidays
Department: Mizzou Therapy Services - Inpatient Pediatrics

Compensation:
Base Pay Range: $68,266 - $111,426/year, based on experience

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Actively identify and participate in training, education, development activities, and/or supervise Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant students to improve own knowledge and performance, including acquiring the CEU's needed to maintain state licensure in the State of Missouri.

Administer treatment that requires the advanced skills of a licensed clinician.

Complete documentation according to MU Health Care and department guidelines and policies.

In accordance with physician orders, skillfully provide modalities including, but not limited to, use of heat/cold, electrical simulation, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, manual therapy, casting and spinal traction.

Maintain standards in accordance with the code of ethics of the APTA and the State of Missouri Practice Act to maintain eligibility for licensure.

Perform comprehensive patient evaluations in a time sensitive manner.

Correlate data from the assessment to determine an individualized physical therapy plan of care directed toward goals based on a developmentally appropriate approach.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Physical Therapist (PT) licensure, temporary licensure, or PT limited permit by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts or PT Compact multi-state privilege. When primary state of residency changes, compact state PTs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

About University of Missouri Health Care

The University of Missouri Health Care is a healthcare system affiliated with the University of Missouri. The system includes several hospitals and clinics, as well as a medical school and research facilities. The system is based in Columbia, Missouri, and serves patients throughout the state. The University of Missouri Health Care is known for its expertise in a variety of medical specialties, including cancer care, cardiology, and neurology. The system is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and to advancing medical knowledge through research and education. The University of Missouri Health Care has been recognized for its excellence in healthcare and has been ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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