Physical Therapist - U18 Sports Pediatrics - PT - Days - $7,500 Sign on Bonus - JDCH
Memorial Healthcare System
Summary
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital's [U18] Sports Medicine therapy program was developed to meet the unique needs of the pediatric and adolescent population for sports injuries and prevention. We provide one-on-one individualized care with highly experienced orthopedic and sports certified physical therapists in four outpatient locations in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Evaluates and treats patient populations for physical therapy needs.
Job description
Summary
Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital's [U18] Sports Medicine therapy program was developed to meet the unique needs of the pediatric and adolescent population for sports injuries and prevention. We provide one-on-one individualized care with highly experienced orthopedic and sports certified physical therapists in four outpatient locations in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Evaluates and treats patient populations for physical therapy needs.
Responsibilities
- Plans or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
- Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
- Provides information regarding appropriate selection and use of adaptive equipment and support resources.
- Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel.
- Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
- Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to issues identified, required frequency of treatments, and involves the patient and family.
Competencies
Accountability, clinical policies and standards, customer service, documentation, effective communication, patient and family centered care, problem solving, responding to change, standards of behavior.
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.
Requirements
- Accredited Program: Physical Therapy
- Physical Therapist License - State of Florida
- BLS Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross
- Critical thinking skills
- Decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a stressful environment
Benefits
- Sign on bonus
Company overview
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Founded in 1953, the organization operates six major hospitals including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and the renowned Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. With approximately 17,000 employees, Memorial Healthcare System provides a comprehensive continuum of care ranging from primary care services to advanced tertiary and quaternary programs such as adult and pediatric cardiac transplant, bone marrow transplant, trauma care, and intensive care services. The system has earned numerous prestigious awards including recognition as a Florida Cancer Center of Excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation, and Great Place to Work certification. Memorial Healthcare System is committed to delivering patient-centered care through innovative medical services including cancer care, cardiac and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health services, while maintaining a strong focus on community outreach and medical education programs.