Department: Children's Health Specialty Centers for Outpatient Therapy Float Requirements- Must be available to float to three or more outpatient sites based on the following options: Northern Outpatient Locations: Allen, Plano, Richardson, Grapevine Southern Outpatient Locations Waxahachie, Dallas, Grapevine, Rockwall Eastern Outpatient Locations: Allen, Richardson, Rockwall, Dallas Shift Needs: Must be available to work 60 hours per quarter.
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Must be available to pick up 10 hour shifts; Must have flexibility to pick up shifts 2-3 days per week Training
Must be available for one week of orientation. Must be available for at least three shifts per week for during initial training period of 6-8 weeks Job Type: On-Site/Float PRN Float Rate: $60.00 per hour Why consider this role? This role offers a balance of flexibility in scheduling and diverse working environments.
You will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of developmental conditions which will expand your knowledge and improve your skills in pediatric therapy. Why we need you! We need your expertise, compassion, and flexibility to help us provide personalized, impactful care to children in need.
Your ability to connect with kids and work seamlessly with our team ensures every child gets the support they deserve, making a lasting difference in their lives. Why Children’s Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Children's Health Specialty Centers for outpatient therapy offer a comprehensive range of pediatric therapy services aimed at supporting children's physical, developmental, and emotional needs. Our services include care coordination, developmental screenings, occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), speech/language therapy, parent education and support, and specialized treatment programs. We provide tailored services such as transitional skills evaluations for children ages 11-17, focusing on developing independence in self-care, work skills, and functional abilities.
In addition, we offer specialized assessments, including augmentative communication evaluations and feeding therapy for children with neurological and behavioral disorders. Our therapy programs also address handwriting disorders, sensory integration, and neuromuscular electrical stimulation, among others. Group classes are available to enhance patients’ abilities in areas like articulation, feeding, motor skills and social needs.
Provide direct Physical Therapy evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of function, setting individualized goals and making discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice; provide direct PT treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation including evaluation forms, progress notes, education forms; and collaborate with physicians, patients, family and other members of the health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning Coordinate and prioritize own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities; supervise rehabilitation aides; mentor and instruct PT interns and other students as indicated Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; attend and participate in departmental meetings, in services, rounds and peer reviews; participate in program development as assigned by Team Leader; and participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning for continued professional competency Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the
Assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area How You’ll Be Successful: WORK EXPERIENCE At least 2 years job-related experience Required Pediatric outpatient experience Required EDUCATION Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS License to practice physical therapy in the State of Texas required Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required from the American Heart Associations required upon hire A Place Where You Belong We put our people first.
We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You: Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) Caregiver Leave Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class.
This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.