Physical Therapist, Outpatient, Pediatrics
Core
Provide comprehensive patient care assessment, treatment, and discharge planning for pediatric patients in an outpatient rehabilitation setting.
Role type
Pediatric physical therapist (IC)
Builds
Patient recovery and functional improvement plans
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation / Pediatrics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Pediatric assessment, treatment planning, documentation, patient education, team supervision, evidence-based practice application
Preferred skills
Hospital experience, age/developmental specific knowledge
Technologies
ICD-10 coding systems
Responsibilities
Conduct patient evaluations and establish treatment plans with realistic goals; supervise support staff assisting with patient care; maintain accurate patient documentation including progress notes and discharge summaries; communicate effectively with patients, families, and physicians; participate in process management to optimize service quality and efficiency; promote professional development and conduct in-service training for healthcare workers.